tag:userecho.com,2019-01-21:/feeds/topics/et//Sublime2018-01-04T01:27:42+00:00tag:sublime.userecho.com,2018-01-04:/communities/1/topics/179-south-bellmore-veterinary-group-review-tips-om-at-holde-det-optimale-helbred-for-dine-kledyr/2018-01-04T01:27:42+00:002018-01-04T01:27:42+00:00South Bellmore Veterinary Group Review: Tips om at holde det optimale helbred for dine kæledyr [ideed] <p></p><p>Tilføjer yndig og pålidelig pets nemlig en medlem i den slægt vil altid være en stor kendelse nemlig højst households. Du vil have en ledsager og en kilde til glæde på samme tid. Men som ejer af disse dejlige væsener, skal du også garantere en sund tilstand af både krop og sind af dine kæledyr, og du bør sørge for, at deres lykke gauge er altid fuld. </p><p><br></p><p>Nemlig en sammenstille at sørger for længe ø ' allerbedst Pet omhu, South Bellmore Veterinary Group sammenstille ville ligeledes lige jer hen til tage sig af jeres pets hen til den allerbedst jeres evne. Jer skal sikre sig den bedst helbred og levetid nemlig jeres katte eller hunde og hermed, den Sammenstille foreslår gav sig sunde nærende og undgår unødvendig engagementer hen til særlig typer i vaccines, heartworm, og loppe og krydse af præventiv. Du skal så godt undgå kemikalier, som kan omfatte gødning, pesticider, og herbicider. </p><p><br></p><p>Sammen med Smart rådgiver om et par eksperter, South Bellmore Veterinary Group udarbejdet følgende for at hjælpe dig med at holde den bedste tilstand af dine kæledyr. </p><p><br></p><p><b>Frisk kost</b> </p><p></p><p>Youd ' sikkert kende omkring indeværende men huske hen til indrømme en nylavet kost hen til jeres pets ofte. Du kan fodre dem en bred vifte af hele, friske og ernæringsmæssigt tæt fødevarer. Den bedste kost altid omfatter korrekt tilberedt og afbalanceret rå fødevarer diæter, som kan bestå af friske, frysetørret eller dehydreret fødevarer. South Bellmore Veterinary Group foreslår også en kost, der omfatter hjemmelavet, kogte kost samt Premium korn-fri og glutenfri kommercielle fødevarer. </p><p><br></p><p><b>Kosttilskud</b> </p><p></p><p>Ud over at sikre den bedste sundhed for dine kæledyr, omfatter gode kosttilskud på deres kost samt. Det er vigtigt at indtag ordentlig mængde af fedtsyrer såsom Omega 3 og omega 6 og andre vitamin/mineralblanding ofte, sammen med prebiotiske og probiotika. Hvis du har katte i dit hjem, ved, at de har brug for mere taurin og ikke for meget jod, i modsætning til hunde. </p><p><br></p><p>Både mennesker og dyr producerer cellulære, skadelige frie radikaler hver dag, og supplerer anført ovenfor kan bidrage til at mindske det, da de giver afgørende antioxidant effekter. At tage en god mængde af sådanne kosttilskud kan minimere risikoen for kronisk væv og cellulære stress, infektioner, og endda kræftformer. </p><p><br></p><p><b>Korrekt vaccination</b> </p><p></p><p>Lave ikke slut-vaccinate pets per den advis i South Bellmore Veterinary Group Sammenstille, og sig burde nyde passende tidtagning hen til lave kerne vaccinations. Den er nok så betydelig nemlig jeres yndig pets hen til nyde begyndende dukke og killing vaccines nemlig kerne sygdom hen til sikre sig de ' ordentligt sikret helt gennem deres lever. Indeværende særlig skulle ikke ske henne ved en nok så snarlig scene lige i nærværelse af seks ugens og ikke indtil 8,5 til 10 ugens nemlig den anledning at den dukke eller killing ' rester mødre immunitet vil allersnarest neutralisere den vaccines. </p><p><br></p><p>Der var skadelige virkninger på andre vacciner såsom dræbte vacciner, da dette kan have nogle komponenter og konserveringsmidler som kviksølv, Foster kalv serum, og tilsætningsstoffer. Du bør også afhænge af eksponeringsrisiko niveauet for det sted, du bor i, og din samlede livsstil til beslutningen om at få andre ikke-kerne vacciner til dine kæledyr. Må ikke få let svajede af et par nyheder og medier hype. Rabies vacciner, på den anden side, er vitale og dit kæledyr bør tage det så tidligt som 12 uger eller så sent som 24 uger som sagt af loven. </p><p><br></p><p>Selv om jeres dukke eller killing fik blevet sandelig immuniseret, så er der ikke mere helårlig opreklameret vaccines var ikke at nødvendig hen til undgå har slut-vaccinated pets. For at afgøre den bringe i niveau i jeres pets ' immunitet, den er adviserede hen til skabe sig holde serum antistof vaccine titers igennem en blod hæve. </p><p><br></p><p><b>Energisk sind</b> </p><p></p><p>Dit kæledyr bør også have et aktivt sind, da fysiske aktiviteter og mental stimulation er både essentielle for mennesker og dyr. Tilføj altid et par opgaver, ros og en grundlæggende uddannelse, hver gang du laver en regelmæssig motion eller spilletid med dine kæledyr. Med vores nuværende travle verden og samfund, er det forståeligt, at du ikke vil bruge en masse tid med dine kæledyr, så når du forlader dem alene derhjemme, forlader tv åbne eller lave en spilleliste med god musik for dem. Du har stadig i weekenden til at indhente din tabte tid, så sørg for at gøre aktiviteter sammen. </p><p><b>Holistisk tilgang</b> </p><p></p><p>Du bør gå med naturlige tilgange og produkter, og undgå kemikalier. Du skal også gøre nogle forskning for at bestemme de mest naturlige og sikreste muligheder for dine kæledyr. <b><a href="http://www.southbellmoreveterinarygroup.com/">South Bellmore Veterinary Group</a></b> anbefaler kraftigt en integrativ og holistisk tilgang, når det kommer til at sikre den bedste medicinsk behandling og sundhed for dine elskede dyr. Som en af de troværdige dyrlæger i Long Island, foreslår Gruppen at søge den professionelle service af en dyrlæge for yderligere at sikre den bedste tilstand af dit kæledyr.</p><br/><br/>soovitas: Ona NolenOna Nolenhttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/94-ona-nolen/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2017-02-23:/communities/1/topics/146-cyber-security-protecting-seniors-online-from-scams-hacks-and-tax-fraud/2017-02-23T07:23:41+00:002017-02-23T07:23:41+00:00Cyber Security: Protecting Seniors Online from Scams, Hacks and Tax Fraud [ideed] <p style="text-align: justify;"><img alt="" src="http://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/tucsonlocalmedia.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/1/7a/17ae5a27-1f85-5243-aad1-466397c408fb/58a76caa15326.image.jpg?resize=300%2C449" style="width: 300px; float: left; margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px;">The vast majority of seniors today are using the Internet at least once a week to check email, pay bills online and keep in touch via social media. But all that time online puts them at risk for <a href="http://wooday.olanola.com/blog/43466292415/Cyber-Security:-Protecting-Seniors-Online-from-Scams,-Hacks-and-">scams and hacks</a>, such as tax fraud.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">In fact, a new survey by Home Instead, Inc., franchisor of the Home Instead Senior Care network, found that 67 percent of surveyed older adults have been the victim of an online scam or hack.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Encouraging seniors to practice cyber security can go a long way toward protecting their identity and sensitive financial information. Home Instead collaborated with the National Cyber Security Alliance to create Protect Seniors Online, available at www.ProtectSeniorsOnline.com, a free resource that educates older adults about cybersecurity. Here, seniors can test their cybersecurity skills with the "Can You Spot an Online Scam?" quiz.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Older adults can take the following steps now to protect themselves online:</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><ul><li style="text-align: justify;">Password protect and secure devices, accounts. Lock all devices (including computers, tablets and smartphones) with secure passwords in case devices are lost or stolen.</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Think before clicking. When faced with an urgent request -- like emails asking for money -- think before clicking or get a second opinion. Clicking on links is often how scammers get personal information. When in doubt, trash an unusual message.</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Share with care. More than half (51 percent) of seniors surveyed by Home Instead use social media to stay connected. Use care when sharing personal information, adjust privacy settings to limit who can see your information, and turn off location sharing.</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Use security software. Install anti-virus and anti-spyware software and program it to run regularly. And be wary of pop-up ads or emails, many of which contain malware that can infect computers.</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Log out. Log out of apps and websites when you are finished. Leaving apps and websites open on computer screens could make you vulnerable to security and privacy risks.</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Recommend support. Older adults who live alone may need help from a trusted source -- such as a family member, tech-savvy friend or professional caregiver --to serve as a second set of eyes.</li></ul><br/><br/>soovitas: Yair WoodYair Woodhttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/17-yair-wood/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2017-02-15:/communities/1/topics/145-southbourne-positive-living-group-15-tips-for-being-more-positive/2017-02-15T01:42:01+00:002017-02-15T01:42:01+00:00Southbourne Positive Living Group: 15 Tips for Being More Positive [ideed] <p></p><p><img height="194" src="/s/attachments/1040/1/17/f7e8c277a3cbeb2a653a95bdf44de87d.png" style="width: 192px; height: 194px;" width="192"></p><p><br></p><div>Positivity is choosing to see the bright side of life. It is recognizing that struggle and pain are not all that’s there, even if they’re all we can see in a certain moment. It is seeing the good in people, even when we have to search (really, really hard) for it. And it is about trusting ourselves. I guess it all comes down to this: even with pain, sorrow, and evil, there is always good, and that, friends, is what we should focus our energy on.</div><div><br></div><div>On the contrary, negativity is about finding fault and worry in people and situations. It’s about focusing on the one thing that went wrong when a zillion others went right. And it’s about belittling people without attempting to see who they are. But what if our lives aren’t perfect? Should we pretend like our struggles don’t exist? No way Jose! I used to think that if I shared my hardships, people would think I was being negative. Then I realized that holding in all the bad stuff made me feel even worse. Instead of feeling free and optimistic, I felt trapped.</div><div><br></div><div><strong>REPEAT AFTER ME: BEING POSITIVE IS NOT ABOUT PROJECTING A PERFECT LIFE.</strong></div><div><br></div><div>Rather, it’s about choosing to see the good in life, believing in the power of encouragement, and having hope that things will get better (even when they really, really suck).</div><div><br></div><div>Now to the good stuff. No matter where you’re at with choosing positivity, here are some tips for adding some optimism to your life, even when the world craps all over you. </div><div><br></div><div><strong>1. Listen to music that gives off the same mood you want to be in.</strong> Consider both the tone and type of music and also whether it brings back positive memories from the past. Music is indescribably powerful and using its voodoo magic to brighten up my day has always helped me immensely. </div><div><br></div><div><strong>2. Eat healthy.</strong> Recently, I’ve been eating healthier and drinking a lot of smoothies packed with nutrients and veggies. I can’t think of anything else to describe my recent mood besides blissful. It is honestly almost odd. I just feel really great each and every day.</div><div><br></div><div><a href="http://wooday.olanola.com/blog/43117957873/Southbourne-Positive-Living-Group:-15-Tips-for-Being-More-Positi">15 Tips for Being Positive</a> [via The Nectar Collective]</div><div><br></div><div><strong>3. Make a sunshine file or box.</strong> Often times, when people send me kind messages or letters, I save them as a screenshot, either in a file on my computer or in a box in my house. Besides the fact that I’m a hoarder collector, these messages are dear to me during times when I’m struggling or feel like I don’t matter to the world (we’ve all been there, right?).</div><div><br></div><div><strong>4. Surround yourself with positive influences. </strong>Find people who believe in you and your dreams. Seek out others who make your spirit feel full and lifted. The other people who bring you down? Decide for yourself if they really have a place in your life. If they don’t, have the courage to move on. For the record, anyone who makes you feel like crap about yourself does not have a place in your life.</div><div><br></div><div><strong>5. Practice positivity. </strong>By this, I’m talking about actively weaving positive activities into your life to little by little, change your mindset. Just the way a photographer eventually starts seeing the world in pictures, there are things we can all do to eventually see the world in a positive light. </div><div><br></div><div><strong>6. Set goals. </strong>Having goals to work towards can make us more positive. When we feel stagnant and unconfident, it’s a lot easier to see the bad parts of life. Start small, and remind yourself of all the great things you can accomplish. We love goals here at TNC and, have quite an archive of posts on goal-setting, if you’re interested.</div><div><br></div><div><strong>7. Challenge negative thoughts with positive ones.</strong> Negative thoughts are the very foundation of negativity and they can seem hard to avoid or erase. But negativity is all about mindset and mindset is all about creating habits. Whenever you think something negative, try to search for the bright side of the situation. Eventually it will feel like second nature. Also, this article is a wonderful resource for getting started and for understanding what positivity is in general. </div><div><br></div><div><strong>8. Smile.</strong> Simple enough, right? There are actually studies that have proven that just cheesin’ it up can make you happier and more optimistic.</div><div><br></div><div><strong>9. Get a pet.</strong> I know this tip isn’t for everyone, but getting a dog recently has done wonders for my sense of purpose and happiness. It is amazing what taking care of another being can do for ourselves.</div><div><br></div><div><strong>10. Share your issues.</strong> Letting your struggles bottle up inside is just a breakdown waiting to happen. If we share our hardships, we can receive encouragement from others that will help us re-focus on our strength, courage, and perseverance. This can be in a variety of ways, from calling a friend to writing a heart-felt blog post.</div><div><br></div><div><strong>11. Make your home a positive place to be.</strong> I mean, who feels inspired by hospital colored walls and a dirty kitchen? Try adding quotes that inspire you or little pick-me-up messages around your house. Coming home to a house that welcomes me with inspiration is like walking into the arms of a friend who squeezes you tight and reminds you how special you truly are. In case you’re up for a DIY challenge, you might like this positivity garland I made last month. It’s currently adorning my walls and reminds me of the nectar of life each time I see it.</div><div><br></div><div><strong>15 Tips for Being Positive [via The Nectar Collective]</strong></div><div><br></div><div><strong>12. Ask yourself –</strong> does this really matter? Usually when I find myself being negative, it’s over trivial things that won’t stand a chance in my long-term memory. So why do I let them get to me in the moment? Beats me! When my problems are trivial, I do my best to remind myself that they’re not important. And then I move on. </div><div><br></div><div><strong>13. Encourage others. </strong>Studies have proven that a lot of our happiness comes from making other people happy (but did you really need a study to tell you that?). If we build positive relationships and motivate other people, we feel good about ourselves, which builds confidence and leads to a positive perspective. Not to mention, it makes other people feel like the unique, special beings they are. Talk about a win-win!</div><div><br></div><div><strong>(Related: 5 Ways to Look and Feel More Confident)</strong></div><div><br></div><div><strong>14. Focus on the problems in your life. </strong>Well, kind of. What I really mean is that in order to be truly positive, we need to shed our negative skin instead of suppressing it. Sometimes, it’s best to recognize the negativity pervading our life, admit it, and then decide that it no longer has a place in our lives. Often, recognizing the problem is a vital part of the solution.</div><div><br></div><div><strong>15. Remember, it’s all you. </strong>I recently quit a job that brought out the absolute worst in me. I was depressed, negative, and kept telling myself, this isn’t you. I don’t really know who I thought it was, because it was most certainly me being rude and angry. It was later that I realized, it’s all me — the good and the bad. But that doesn’t mean it has to be all me, all the time. I still have a choice whether I want to choose positivity or negativity, kindness or anger. I always have a choice. And guess what? So do you.</div><p><br></p><div><a>Southbourne Positive Living Group</a> (SPLG) meets on the last Wednesday of the month (excluding holidays).</div><p><strong><br></strong></p><div><strong>Join a group of like-minded people and rediscover the purpose and meaning of your life.</strong></div><p><br></p><p></p><br/><br/>soovitas: Yair WoodYair Woodhttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/17-yair-wood/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-12-15:/communities/1/topics/144-tyreauto-southbourne-group-review-the-good-effects-of-a-proper-exhaust-control/2016-12-15T08:11:12+00:002016-12-15T08:11:12+00:00Tyre&amp;Auto Southbourne Group Review: The Good Effects of a Proper Exhaust Control [ideed] <p style="text-align: justify;"><img src="https://cdn-images-1.medium.com/max/800/1*kMB8D7Gm26BMxxDdUXIexA.jpeg"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">"Pollution is also a weapon of mass destruction." Most people believe in this while others continue to pretend that pollution is not a problem to mankind. But a lot of major cities today always experience a smoky environment due to a lot of cars and other types of vehicles emitting exhaust fumes into the atmosphere.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Pollution could also cause harm to our health and each of us is vulnerable to its effects. But, you can still minimize the effects of exhaust fumes with a proper exhaust control.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">A good exhaust control has good effects that are helpful to the environment as well as to the car owners. This particular approach can first, reduce noise levels. Proper design and installation of an exhaust pipe system can minimize noise pollution where you can ask the help of a professional car service provider like <strong><a href="http://www.mediafire.com/file/y76pl3eic31tq34/Tyre%26Auto_Southbourne_Group_Review_-__The_Good_Effects_of_a_Proper_Exhaust_Control.pdf">Tyre&amp;Auto Southbourne Group</a></strong> to do this specific task for you. A broken exhaust pipe could also lead to increased noise levels, so in case you're facing such concern, contact a car service provider immediately.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">A proper exhaust control also means that direct exhaust is away from the passengers since exhausts were designed at the tail end of a car, or raised high up to support the escape of exhaust fumes into the atmosphere. To assure a more stress-free ride, let a car service provider such as <strong>Tyre&amp;Auto Southbourne Group</strong> check if there’s any clogging or leaks in your car.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">A good exhaust control also results in better engine performance. In case you notice a reduced power and performance in your car, then it could be due to a defective exhaust pipe since it decreases the engine's ability to maximize its burning capability. Inefficient disposal of the waste gases from the combustion process could also lead to a large percentage of lost in an engine's power.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">A proper exhaust control can lastly, make fuel consumption more effective since increasing the effectiveness of fuel consumption depends on proper burning. Furthermore, a decreased car mileage is due to a defective exhaust system; and having a faulty exhaust pipe system could pollute the environment as well as burn your money.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Tyre&amp;Auto Southbourne Group</strong> strives to always give excellent car service to their customers to help them take care of their cars as well as the environment. The company believes in the importance of being responsible for controlling the quantity and quality of exhaust fumes, and seeing significant value in the good effects of a proper exhaust control.</p><br/><br/>soovitas: Elliott HaynesElliott Hayneshttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/86-elliott-haynes/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-12-09:/communities/1/topics/143-south-bellmore-veterinary-group-general-orthopedic-surgery/2016-12-09T03:30:36+00:002016-12-09T03:30:36+00:00South Bellmore Veterinary Group General &amp; Orthopedic Surgery [ideed] <p style="text-align: justify;"><img src="https://d1kaix3jgdc2x2.cloudfront.net/uploads/2016/12/09/11f030025897d1e85e8ba33ee3cb47e8-571-354.JPG"></p><p style="text-align: center;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Our surgical suite is second to none. Most surgeries are performed by our experienced <a href="http://sbvetgroup.com/">veterinary surgeons.</a> Abdominal and thoracic surgery, eye surgery, perianal surgery, total ear canal ablations, and a full compliment of <a href="http://sbvetgroup.com/services/general-orthopedic-surgery/">orthopedic</a> procedures such as fracture repair and cranial cruciate repair are just a few examples of what we do.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">While under anesthesia our patients are monitored with top of the line anesthetic monitoring equipment including pulse oximetry, blood pressure analyzers, EKG and temperature probes. Our patients are recovered under the watchful eye of our trained technical staff.</p><br/><br/>soovitas: Ona NolenOna Nolenhttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/94-ona-nolen/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-12-06:/communities/1/topics/142-mercury-capital-advisors-digital-wealth-management-robo-advise-is-not-just-for-millennials-any-more/2016-12-06T01:16:21+00:002016-12-06T01:16:21+00:00Mercury Capital Advisors: Digital Wealth Management - Robo Advise is not just for Millennials any more [ideed] <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://68.media.tumblr.com/0658332398a9c1c2578894d64d9e20b3/tumblr_inline_ohqoq67Jxv1s6dzv1_500.jpg"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Lured by the presence of lower commissions and the absence of sometimes awkward sales pressure, investors of all stripes appear eager to embark on relationships with <a href="https://mercurycapitaladvisors.com/digital-wealth-management-robo-advise-is-not-just-for-millennials-any-more/">robo-advisors</a>.<br><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">But fear not. That doesn’t mean investors will “unfriend” their professional financial advisors. Most still want the option of talking to a trusted financial confidante. For investment firms, the challenge is how best to combine digital, low-cost investment advisory services with the traditional approach.<br><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">It’s becoming clear that no single formula exists for how—and at what cost—traditional wealth managers should mix a digital experience into their designed client journey. Several brokerages have developed proprietary robo-advisory platforms in-house. Others have been acquiring existing robo-technology to build out their service, offering it as a white-label solution. Indeed, the sector has not lacked for deal-making activity as industry players hunt for the kind of technology they need to bag premium-paying procurers.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">In February, for instance, <a href="https://mercurycapitaladvisors.com/">Mercury Capital</a> launched a pilot program in collaboration with Emotomy, leveraging the latter’s digital advice platform. That engagement is the latest of many industry marriages, which have also included RBC Wealth Management’s alliance with FutureAdvisor and Pershing’s partnership with Marstone, both of which are aimed at producing technology platforms for advisors. The commotion is not likely to stop there, as more and more incumbents sense the potential for automated advice-givers. The market can expect to see other asset management firms, as well as wealth advisors, find ways to get in on the robo-activity. Over the long term, such partnerships may expand to combine personal relationships and digital experiences customized for each client segment. While digital platforms will need time to scale, :</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Robo-advisors have broad appeal. Such partnerships indicate that the emerging hybrid model is aimed squarely at addressing a demographic beyond millennials. Even high net-worth clients, whose complex needs typically require human intervention, will want the option of</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">interacting with a digital wealth experience that guides them on their route from prospect to client. The dreaded baby boomer cohort isn’t retreating at the sight of the millennials. In fact, as members of the older generation succumb to retirement, their needs will grow more complex.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Millennials will serve as early adopters.The next generation of investors has been quick to embrace new technologies and experiences, and this should apply to robo-advisors. Furthermore, millennials have a general mistrust of large financial institutions, particularly in the wake of the financial crisis of 2008. Unlike their parents, who forged close relationships with advisors—even using their phones to have conversations with them, as primitive as that sounds—millennials are equally comfortable with making digital connections. They’ve been conditioned to accept that technology can match the performance of its human predecessors, while offering reduced fees and providing greater convenience.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Robo-advisors will gain popularity across all client segments. As machine-learning algorithms continue to develop and produce an investment record, consumers are likely to use these services more and more to complement their existing investment methods. As millennials mature—and their assets increase—they could very well tilt the balance toward more automation, which would be augmented at higher asset levels with a personal relationship.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Typical to any disruptive innovation in financial services, the first to market addresses the underserved. Robo-advisors like Betterment, Wealthfront, and Personal Capital did just that. But automated digital advice has clearly attracted the attention of incumbents. Established players are deploying a quick follow strategy through acquisitions and creating “me too” experiences that emulate disruptors. Scale and distribution matter, and the quick followers don’t need to get it perfect. What’s next? Differentiation. The leaders will need to design a unique digital experience integrated into the fabric of how they serve their clients that combines personal relationships with a digital experience.</p><br/><br/>soovitas: pertkurt7pertkurt7http://sublime.userecho.com/users/93-pertkurt7/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-12-01:/communities/1/topics/141-los-angeles-mk-news/2016-12-01T03:45:29+00:002016-12-01T03:45:29+00:00Los Angeles MK News [ideed] <p style="text-align: justify;">Regarding the end to Shanghai MK’s cooperative partnership</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">We regret to inform you that due to problems including with license renewals, Shanghai MK’s partnership with Hertz China will be terminated at the end of this year.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Hertz-MK will continue operations as one section within Hertz.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Therefore, any reservations beginning January of next year will be handled by Hertz China.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Thank you very much for your patronage to MK hire service over the years.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">We kindly ask that you utilize Hertz China for your reservations in the future.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">WHEREVER YOU GO, TRUST THE HEART LOGO!</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">One of Japan’s most appointed taxi groups is now raising the standards of car service in Southern California! <a href="http://www.tokyomk.com/en/">MK Group</a> has been providing Japan’s major cities with esteemed driving for over 50 years, earning high acclaim and demand as one of the most courteous companies in the country today. Now as the first car service to branch abroad, Los Angeles MK invites you to experience the convenience and economics of taxies with the high quality of limousines―an affordable yet uncompromised transportation experience unlike any other!</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">A SAFE AND ENJOYABLE EXPERIENCE</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Los Angeles is an incredible site not only for vacation and tourism, but also for business and venture. We ensure that every visitor experiences Los Angeles and the rest of Southern California in the most suitable way. We accommodate all types of travel near and far, whether you are going from the airport to your home or hotel, exploring local hot spots and tourist sites, shopping and dining, or attending events, conventions, and meetings on business.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">We travel beyond our Los Angeles headquarters, through local districts such as Orange County, San Bernadino, Riverside, San Diego, Ventura County, and Santa Barbara, all the way to more remote destinations such as San Francisco, Las Vegas, the Grand Canyon, and Phoenix, Arizona. We service you with a broad range of clean vehicles as to better adjust to your needs. For those that are visiting California for the first time or are traveling from outside the United States, our highly skilled staff will assist you thoroughly and safely.</p><br/><br/>soovitas: R3ulxd814V7FR3ulxd814V7Fhttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/44-r3ulxd814v7f/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-11-28:/communities/1/topics/140-mercury-capital-advisory/2016-11-28T00:52:44+00:002016-11-28T00:52:44+00:00Mercury Capital Advisory [ideed] <p><img src="https://mercurycapitaladvisors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/social_icons.jpg"></p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://mercurycapitaladvisors.com/">MERCURY CAPITAL ADVISORS</a> OFFERS CONSULTING SERVICES TO GENERAL PARTNERS AS AN ALTERNATIVE TO OUR <a href="https://mercurycapitaladvisors.com/areas-of-expertise/advisory/">FUNDRAISING PRACTICE</a></p><p><br></p><p>ADVISORY TEAM WILL PROVIDE:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Comprehensive review of general partner’s portfolio and strategy</li><li>Guidance on the development of key marketing and investor due diligence materials for a given fund product</li><li>In-depth fund performance analysis</li><li>Advice regarding market conventions, including fund structure, terms and other investor conditions</li><li>Presentation assessment and coaching</li><li>Investor follow-up strategy</li></ul><br/><br/>soovitas: Faith WatsonFaith Watsonhttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/22-faith-watson/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-11-17:/communities/1/topics/139-regulatory-reach-by-mercury-capital-advisors/2016-11-17T06:34:13+00:002016-11-17T06:34:13+00:00Regulatory Reach by Mercury Capital Advisors [ideed] <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://mersaberden27.files.wordpress.com/2016/11/capture.jpg?w=490"></p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://mercurycapitaladvisors.com/">MERCURY CAPITAL ADVISORS</a> OWNS REGISTERED BROKER-DEALERS IN FOUR STRATEGIC GEOGRAPHIES PROVIDING SEAMLESS ACCESS TO THE WORLD’S MOST IMPORTANT <a href="https://mercurycapitaladvisors.com/regulatory-reach/">INSTITUTIONAL INVESTORS</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>AMERICAS</u></strong></p><p><strong><u><br></u></strong></p> <p>Mercury Capital Advisors, LLC Member FINRA and SIPC</p> <p>Mercury Capital Access, LLC Member NFA</p> <p>225 Liberty Street, 36th Floor</p> <p>New York, NY 10281</p><p><br></p> <p><strong><u>MIDDLE EAST</u></strong></p><p><strong><u><br></u></strong></p> <p>Mercury Capital Advisors, LLP – Dubai Branch Authorized </p> <p>and Licensed by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA)</p> <p>Office 09 Gate Village</p> <p>Building 4 Level 3</p> <p>Dubai International Financial Centre</p> <p>PO Box 113355</p> <p>Dubai, United Arab Emirates</p><p><br></p> <p><strong><u>ASIA</u></strong></p><p><strong><u><br></u></strong></p> <p>Mercury Capital Advisors Asia, LLC Registered with the JFSA Kanto Local Finance Bureau in Japan as a Financial Instruments Business Operator Engaging in Type II Financial Instruments Business</p> <p>Yurakucho Denki Building North Tower 12F</p> <p>1-7-1, Yurakucho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0006 Japan</p><p><br></p> <p><strong><u>EUROPE</u></strong></p><p><strong><u><br></u></strong></p> <p>Mercury Capital Advisors, LLP Authorized and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in the United Kingdom</p> <p>1 Knightsbridge Green</p> <p>London SW1X 7QA</p> <p>United Kingdom</p><br/><br/>soovitas: goergehampton16goergehampton16http://sublime.userecho.com/users/91-goergehampton16/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-11-11:/communities/1/topics/138-the-team-westward-pub-holdings-company-management-services-ltd/2016-11-11T03:45:18+00:002016-11-11T03:45:18+00:00The Team Westward Pub Holdings Company management Services Ltd [ideed] <p><strong><a href="http://westwardmsl.com/the-team/">The Team</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p> <p>Accounts </p> <p><strong>Jason Pratlett</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p> <p>Administration </p> <p><strong>Liz Hinder</strong></p> <p><strong><br></strong></p> <p>Finance </p> <p><strong>Amanda Goom</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p> <p>Operation </p> <p><strong>Matt Davis</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p> <p>Stocktaking </p> <p><strong>David Clark</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p> <p>Utilities </p> <p><strong>Leila Sefton</strong></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">We have operated a <strong><a href="http://westwardmsl.com/">pub management holding company</a></strong> for the past 10 years during which time we have traded hundreds of pubs of all different types across Wales, the West and the Midlands.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Each member of our team has gained a wealth of practical experience from running an estate of pubs on a day to day basis over many years. We can offer advice and support to provide a total management solution in all aspects of the licensed trade.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Denny Goom - Director</p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><strong> </strong></p><br/><br/>soovitas: Thad SerinoThad Serinohttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/90-thad-serino/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-11-10:/communities/1/topics/137-about-bricon-associates-pte-ltd/2016-11-10T00:48:05+00:002016-11-10T00:48:05+00:00About Bricon Associates Pte Ltd [ideed] <p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.bricon.com.sg/">Bricon Associates Pte Ltd</a> was established by veteran insurance consultant Ms. Elizabeth Lee. With more than 35 years of industry experience under her belt, Elizabeth has won numerous awards for 90% policy renewals from clients as well as record sales for medical and general insurance businesses. Our insurance company specialize in Car, Home, Health, Dental, Optical and Pregnancy coverage in Singapore</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">"The success of an insurance program is not how much lower you pay but how much you are helped by it.”</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p><img src="http://www.bricon.com.sg/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/elizabeth-lee.jpg"></p><p><br></p><p>–Elizabeth Lee, founder, Bricon Associates</p><p><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">As the head of <a href="http://www.bricon.com.sg/about-us/">Bricon Associates</a>, Elizabeth is committed to quality care for her clients and places a strong emphasis on customer service. The firm’s support team is on call even after office hours, so as to deliver services to clients without delay.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">With over 35 years of experience in the business, we possess in-depth knowledge on the various facets of the insurance industry. Our skills and expertise have greatly benefitted our clients, proven by our strong track record in insurance settlement.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Through our close working relationship with doctors and specialists, we are constantly kept abreast of the latest information on medical costs and their impact on our clients. This ensures that both you and your employees are presented with medical schemes and healthcare management plans that are on par with current trends in medical costs.</p><br/><br/>soovitas: Faith WatsonFaith Watsonhttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/22-faith-watson/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-11-09:/communities/1/topics/136-car-tips-surety-bonds-for-vehicle-dealers/2016-11-09T07:08:53+00:002016-11-09T07:08:53+00:00Car Tips - Surety Bonds for Vehicle Dealers [ideed] <p style="text-align: justify;">Auto dealers in most states must file a <a href="http://www.dmv.org/buy-sell/car-dealers/surety-bonds.php">surety bond</a> with the state's Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) before they can receive their auto dealer license. Unfortunately, purchasing an auto dealer bond can be one of the most confusing parts of getting a dealer license. That's why we developed the following comprehensive guide to auto dealer bonding.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Surety bonds are designed to protect customers and the state from auto dealers that commit fraud. A surety bond will help ensure that your dealership will follow the car dealership legislation and regulations in your state.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">On this page you'll find a general overview of dealership surety bonds. For specific information about what type of surety bond you'll need and what documents you'll need to submit to satisfy the surety bond requirement of your dealership licensing process, please contact the appropriate motor vehicle agency in your state.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>General Surety Bond Requirements</strong></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><strong> </strong></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">As with other surety bond types, auto dealer bonds provide financial guarantees that help regulate the industry. Auto dealer bonds protect customers, sellers, financial enterprises, and/or government agencies. If a dealer commits fraud or conducts business in other unethical ways, the bond helps these entities recover from any resulting financial loss.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Additionally, having a surety bond gives your dealership credibility to both your customers and the appropriate agencies in your state.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Depending on where you work and what kind of dealership you plan to operate, you might need to file one of many different auto dealer bond types. Some common ones include:</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- DMV bonds.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- RV bonds.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Motorcycle dealer bonds.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Used car dealer bonds.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Wholesale car dealer bonds.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">No matter the specific name of the bond, they work in the same basic way. If a bonded motor vehicle dealer breaks the bond's terms, the wronged party (i.e. a customer, bank, or government agency) can make a claim against the bond to get compensation.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><strong><br></strong></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Vehicle Dealership Surety Bonds in Every State</strong></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><strong> </strong></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">The state agency that is in charge of licensing auto dealers should tell you if you need a bond before you begin the application process. If you haven't been told that you need a bond, it's a good idea to contact the agency and make sure you don't need one. You might also take the time to learn more about the dealer licensing process in your state.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Generally, obtaining and filing a surety bond is a normal part of the dealer licensing process in every state.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Cost of a Surety Bond for Your Dealership</strong></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><strong> </strong></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- The exact price you'll pay for a surety bond will vary for a few reasons, such as:</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- The required surety bond amount.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Your application and financial credentials.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- If you choose to finance your bond premium.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Your credit score.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Generally, if your financial credentials qualify you for the standard market, your premium could be calculated as just 1% of the bond amount, which would only be $500 for a standard $50,000 bond. Conversely, dealers with poor credit could pay a premium that's a higher percentage of the bond amount. The best way to determine your exact surety bond cost is get a free price quote from a surety provider.</p><br/><br/>soovitas: Quany PayneQuany Paynehttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/89-quany-payne/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-11-08:/communities/1/topics/135-sc-advisors-engaged-by-city-of-orlando-for-major-stadium-renovation/2016-11-08T07:40:43+00:002016-11-08T07:40:43+00:00SC Advisors Engaged by City of Orlando for Major Stadium Renovation [ideed] <p style="text-align: justify;">SC Advisors has been engaged by The City of Orlando to serve as the Owner’s Advisor for the renovation of the Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">“<a href="http://www.sc-advisors.com/news.php">SC Advisors</a> will work closely with our partners, the <a href="http://www.sc-advisors.com/resources/FL_Citrus_Bowl.pdf">City of Orlando and Florida Citrus Sports</a>, to transform this historic stadium into one of the finest bowl venues in the country,” said Jay Berlinsky, founder and owner of SC Advisors. “We look forward to the challenge.”</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">The project can be characterized as a re-build with the replacement of the entire lowerbowl seating structure, new premium seating areas, food service, concession facilities and overall general improvements. Construction on the $200 million project is slated to begin later this year, while pre-development and pre-construction work has been underway since October, 2012. As Owner’s Advisor, SCA will develop and manage the City’s project team that includes HNTB Corporation as the project architect, Hunt Construction Group as program manager, and Turner Construction Company as construction manager at risk.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Built in 1936 with seating for 8,900 people, the Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium has undergone a number of expansions and improvements. The current project is the most ambitious in the stadium's 77-year history.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">With more than 40 years of team experience and $2 billion in development and transactions, Orlando-based SC Advisors customizes strategies and operating plans to meet clients’ specific business and/or policy objectives and then guides them through every stage of the real estate development process.</p><br/><br/>soovitas: wallycournier21wallycournier21http://sublime.userecho.com/users/88-wallycournier21/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-11-07:/communities/1/topics/134-car-insurance-claims-faqs/2016-11-07T09:34:46+00:002016-11-07T09:34:46+00:00Car Insurance Claims FAQs [ideed] <p>Car insurance claims can be confusing. Here are some common questions and answers about filing claims with your car insurance company.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>How do I file a claim?</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p> <p>Many <a href="http://www.dmv.org/insurance/car-insurance-claims-faqs.php">car insurance</a> companies offer multiple avenues to file a claim. You may be able to file:</p><p><br></p> <p>- In person.</p> <p>- By phone.</p> <p>- Online.</p> <p>- Via a mobile app provided by the company.</p> <p><br></p><p>Essentially, you'll need to provide some basic information (see next FAQ) and provide accident details. To learn more, visit our How to File a Claim page.</p><p><br></p> <p><strong>What do I do immediately after an accident?</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p> <p>Immediately after an accident:</p><p><br></p> <p>- Check to see if any parties need urgent first aid attention.</p> <p>- Do not move the vehicles, unless they are endangering oncoming traffic.</p> <p>- Contact the authorities for medical and police services.</p> <p>Once help is on the way:</p> <p>- Gather the VIN and license plate numbers of all vehicles involved.</p> <p>- Exchange the following information with the other driver(s):</p> <p> - Names.</p> <p> - Addresses, phone numbers, and insurance information.</p> <p>- Do not apologize or admit fault. Avoid discussing the accident until the authorities arrive.</p> <p>- Take photos of damages.</p> <p><br></p><p>Once you have the necessary information, give it to your car insurance provider.</p><p><br></p> <p><strong>What information do I need to have to file a claim?</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p> <p>Each insurance provider has a different set of information required when filing a car insurance claim. You will need, at a minimum, the following:</p><p><br></p> <p>- Policy number (listed on your insurance card).</p> <p>- Date of the accident.</p> <p>- Location of the accident.</p> <p>- Description of how the accident occurred.</p> <p>- Name, address, license plate, and insurance information for the other party involved.</p> <p>- Name of the police department involved (if applicable).</p> <p>- Police report number (if applicable).</p><br/><br/>soovitas: Ashton GrimmAshton Grimmhttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/87-ashton-grimm/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-11-03:/communities/1/topics/133-sc-advisors-real-estate-orlando-projects-services/2016-11-03T10:17:20+00:002016-11-03T10:17:20+00:00SC Advisors Real Estate Orlando Projects Services [ideed] <p style="text-align: justify;">What we do at <a href="http://www.sc-advisors.com/">SC Advisors</a> is not just a science; it's also an art. We value quality over quantity and choose to work on substantive projects with a limited number of public and private clients. We customize our strategies and operating plans to meet each client's specific business and/or policy objectives and then guide them through each stage of the <a href="http://www.sc-advisors.com/services.php">real estate development process</a>. With more than 40 years of team experience and $2 billion in development and transactions behind us, we have the proven industry experience to meet clients' specific business and/or policy objectives.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>DEVELOPMENT</strong></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong><br></strong></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">We guide our public and private clients through every stage of the development process from the first idea to project completion:</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Site selection</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Entitlement and zoning</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Market feasibility</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Financial return modeling and analysis</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Capital or debt structure and commitments</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Planning and design development</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Budget and schedule management</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Contract procurement</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Risk and asset management</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>DESIGN + BUILD</strong></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong><br></strong></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">We manage all aspects of Design and Build Projects, including:</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Site selection</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Entitlement and zoning</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Capital or debt structure and commitments</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Planning</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Programming and design development</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Budget and schedule management</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Team and contract procurement</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Risk management</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- FF&amp;E and OS&amp;E procurement and installation</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Pre-opening commissioning and close-out</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>ACQUISITION + DISPOSITION</strong></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong><br></strong></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">We deliver the highest levels of integrated planning and project execution, which typically comprise:</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Property selection</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Listing contract negotiations</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Due diligence, including market feasibility, pricing, operating performance, and financial return modeling and analysis</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Cap X evaluation</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Asset management</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>ADVISEMENT</strong></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong><br></strong></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">We advise and manage the phases of all real property assets, such as:</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Disposition</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Acquisition</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Development strategies and operating plans</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">- Asset management</p><br/><br/>soovitas: Elliott HaynesElliott Hayneshttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/86-elliott-haynes/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-11-02:/communities/1/topics/132-new-mothers-support-group-singapore-socials-gymboree/2016-11-02T08:59:35+00:002016-11-02T08:59:35+00:00New Mothers Support Group Singapore: Socials @ Gymboree [ideed] <p>A great opportunity to meet other Mums in a similar situation to yourself.</p><p><br></p><p><a href="http://www.nmsg-singapore.com/">New Mothers Support Group Singapore</a> - As a not-for-profit society we have to keep our running costs as low as possible so that we can keep giving you, our members, the best value. And from time to time, the cost of running events rises. For more than 6 years we've been able to offer our socials at the same price but unfortunately we have had to take the decision to raise our entry fees for our Gymboree socials. From 1 March 2016 the entry fee for our Gymboree Tanglin socials will increase from $5 per child to $7 per child.</p><p><br></p> <ul><li>Please note that no food or drinks are permitted at Gymboree. However, there are a couple of benches just outside where you can feed your baby.</li><li>The Gymboree caters for children aged under 60 months and children above this age will not be permitted to enter the play area.</li><li>All adults must wear socks within the Gymboree centre. So please pack some in your bag before coming along, otherwise a pair can be bought for S$2.00 at the centre.</li><li>Please note, due to the popularity of this venue, we have started a first come / first served system as there is a limit to the number of children/adults permitted in the Gymboree Room at any one time.</li><li>Meet-up registration does not guarantee you a place at our regular socials.</li><li>As entrance numbers are limited, we respectfully remind you that helpers are not allowed to attend our events.</li></ul> <p>You can register your interest in attending this event via the NMSG Meetup Group</p><p><br></p> <p><strong>When?</strong></p> <p><strong><a href="http://www.nmsg-singapore.com/socials--gymboree">Gymboree @ Tanglin Mall</a></strong> is between 3pm to 4.30pm on the following dates in 2016:</p><p><br></p> <p>21 October</p> <p>18 November</p> <p>30 December</p><p><br></p> <p><strong>Where?</strong></p> <p>Gymboree @ Tanglin Mall</p> <p><strong>How much?</strong></p> <p>$7.00 per child (cash only please)</p><p><br></p> <p><strong>Organisers</strong></p> <p>Alexandra Hay</p><br/><br/>soovitas: Ashley WeeksAshley Weekshttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/85-ashley-weeks/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-10-29:/communities/1/topics/131-hawkfield-gallery-review-enhancing-and-preserving-american-art/2016-10-29T06:34:18+00:002016-10-29T06:34:18+00:00Hawkfield Gallery Review: Enhancing and Preserving American Art [ideed] <p style="text-align: justify;">How will you respond if someone asks you on what art is? The meaning of art is very broad with many answers. It is one component of culture that lets the artist express his feelings, thoughts and observation. Its concept is subjective, open and debatable.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">So how or when will you say that a piece of work is an art? Do you have the knowledge to distinguish good art from bad art? If not, then look for a fine art consultant and a prominent art gallery to help and guide you in buying art. <a href="http://hawkfieldgallery.com/">Hawkfield Gallery</a> consultants and its fine art consultants had established a good reputation in the art industry because of their knowledge and capability to recognize talented artists and worthy artworks.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Hawkfield Gallery's massive art collection spans from the 20th to 21st century American visual arts. The gallery's fine art consultants provide quality service to people who are willing to sell or buy impressive artworks. They don't just focus on collectors; they work closely with first-time buyers too. Their wide experiences in buying and selling art have helped first-time buyers to start their own collection and to motivate those who want to enter the art industry.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Check out the website of <a href="http://www.magcloud.com/browse/issue/1181610">Hawkfield Gallery</a> or ask for an appointment with them. Their gallery is located in a shore town midway between Boston and Cape Cod, a place where you can see breathtaking landscapes. It is housed in an 1850's farmhouse and became a tearoom, craft shop and lending library in the 1920's. The farmhouse is located in an area beside the historic North River. Tourists can take a stroll along woodland trails which lead to a pier on the river. Moreover, the place has numerous antique shops, galleries of historic sites in the South Shore's Plymouth County.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">The team of Hawkfield Gallery aims at enhancing and preserving folk art and American culture contained on artworks. Purchasing an artwork in Hawkfield is like helping to preserve the cultural heritage of America. You will somehow feel that you contributed in maintaining the America's culture and protecting it for future generations.</p><br/><br/>soovitas: Shexiamae ChiaxinShexiamae Chiaxinhttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/82-shexiamae-chiaxin/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-10-26:/communities/1/topics/130-walk-east-coast-park-by-new-mothers-support-group/2016-10-26T03:26:19+00:002016-10-26T03:26:19+00:00Walk @ East Coast Park by New Mothers Support Group [ideed] <p>Whether you are pregnant or have little ones, join the NMSG's brand new <a href="http://www.nmsg-singapore.com/walks-east-coast">Walk in the East Coast Park</a>.</p><p><br></p><p>We will meet up in in the sitting area near Parkland Green's Starbucks for a 25 brisk walk towards the Lagoon and then head back to Parkland Green for a drink and chat at Starbucks.</p> <p>This walk is a great way to meet other mums and mums to be as well as to do some exercise out in the open.</p><p><br></p> <p>Leave the heels at home and dig out those trainers for a fit 50 minute walk followed by a drink and chat at Starbucks.</p><p>Don't forget you’re mozzie repellent!<br></p><p><br></p> <p>Check the <a href="http://www.nmsg-singapore.com/">NMSG</a> Meetup Group for further details and to express interest in attending this month's Walk@East Coast Park</p><p><br></p> <p><strong>When?</strong></p> <p>At 9.30am on the first Monday of every month</p><p><br></p> <p><strong>Dates 2016</strong></p> <p>4 July </p> <p>1 August </p> <p>5 September</p> <p>3 October</p> <p>7 November</p> <p>5 December</p><p><br></p> <p><strong>Where?</strong></p> <p>Meet at sitting area behind Parkland Green's Starbucks</p><p><br></p> <p><strong>Organiser</strong></p> <p>Daphne Kemp</p><br/><br/>soovitas: Yair WoodYair Woodhttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/17-yair-wood/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-10-25:/communities/1/topics/129-hawkfield-consultants-review-a-sense-of-happiness-from-arts/2016-10-25T01:00:36+00:002016-10-25T01:00:36+00:00Hawkfield Consultants Review: A Sense of Happiness from Arts [ideed] <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://images.fasocdn.com/38246_1121235l+v=201601192020c201601192020/william-meyerowitz.jpg"></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Art has a very broad definition and it varies depending on who you’re asking it to. In an art collector’s perspective, art is something that can be acquired inside an <a href="http://hawkfieldgallery.com/">art gallery</a>. And that answer definitely makes sense.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Art galleries know what good art is, it is a place where visitors can look and appreciate worthy visual forms of art. They have the technical and artistic capabilities to identify exquisite art works that have a significant value in the art industry. From here, a client can buy something that interests him whether as an addition to his expansive collection or simply because of the attraction brought by the piece. </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Do you have a love for art and want to start collecting? If yes, then you must have sufficient art knowledge and competent buying skills. The trusted and proven fine art consultants of <a href="http://a.know-how.fc2.com/en/43486/">Hawkfield Gallery</a> have a vast experience in buying and selling of arts. They have gained the in-depth knowledge needed to educate and assist art enthusiasts in enhancing their own collection so they wouldn't be taken advantage in the process. Art collecting is a passion that lasts a lifetime, it is shared by those who love art and wish to expand appreciation for great and significant art works.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Hawkfield Gallery has the intent to promote American fine art and folk art. To recognize and appreciate American culture and history brought by the art works they exhibit. They have a good reputation in advertising arts and its artists. Visit Hawkfield Gallery, you won’t fully appreciate art if you don’t see it in person. It is one benefit and importance of having art galleries in our society. They let you experience and appreciate art in its full potential. </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Hawkfield Gallery is in Massachusetts located on a shore town midway between Boston and Cape Cod. It is housed in an 1850’s farmhouse and became a tearoom, craft shop and lending library in the 1920’s. The farmhouse is located in a neighborhood next to the historic North River and was once operated as a dairy farm up to the 1960’s.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Owning an art is personal and has numerous benefits, it sometimes represents the owner’s value, personality and outlook on life. When you collect art, you’ll learn about culture and history far and wide. Invest in art and bring home an artwork from Hawkfield Gallery. It will fill your soul with wonder and contentment, a sense of happiness in knowing that you somehow contribute in preserving American culture and heritage.</p><br/><br/>soovitas: Faith WatsonFaith Watsonhttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/22-faith-watson/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-10-24:/communities/1/topics/128-new-mothers-support-group-singapore-nmsg-christmas-party-2016/2016-10-24T05:51:20+00:002016-10-24T05:51:20+00:00New Mothers Support Group Singapore: NMSG Christmas Party 2016 [ideed] <p style="text-align: justify;">Bring your little ones along for a jolly-jingle morning of soft play and <a href="http://www.nmsg-singapore.com/nmsg-christmas-party-2016">Christmas fun</a>.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">They will be able to meet Santa, have a photo taken on his lap, receive a gift from Santa and a free play pass for Polliwogs.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Also, amazing prizes to be won from our discounters.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">WHEN: Friday 2 December, 10am-12pm</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">WHERE: Polliwogs Suntec City, 3 Temasek Boulevard, #02-724-727</p> <p style="text-align: justify;"> Tower 4, Suntec City Mall, 038983</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">COST: Earlybird price $18 + $8 for every additional sibling Online and on door price $20 + $10 for every additional sibling.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">**Places are limited to 100 children on a first come first serve basis.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">This is an event solely for <a href="http://www.nmsg-singapore.com/">NMSG</a> Members if you are not an NMSG member and would like to join please complete the application form - click here. Annual Membership is 35$ and includes Events, Discounts, Bi-monthly Newsletter in the post and much more!</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">As with all NMSG events, this is strictly a parent/child event.</p><br/><br/>soovitas: Goerge HamptonGoerge Hamptonhttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/83-goerge-hampton/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-10-20:/communities/1/topics/127-anti-fraud-organization-tokyo-japan-purpose/2016-10-20T02:54:16+00:002016-10-20T02:54:16+00:00Anti-Fraud Organization Tokyo, Japan Purpose [ideed] <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://67.media.tumblr.com/05b10a1d1d83441a31de54d731b4832d/tumblr_inline_ofbkj5Moko1tnx6wm_500.png"></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Generally Japan <a href="http://www.scoop.it/t/shexiamaechi/p/4070635726/2016/10/20/anti-fraud-organization-tokyo-japan-purpose">Japan Company Trust</a>, by providing a real proof of Japanese companies overseas, the company's confidence in the more reliable ones, to help to advance the business smoothly, contributing to the development of international trade in Japan it aims at.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Now that online business has become the mainstream, jumping over the border if they have PC, it enables a wide variety of transactions, is no longer a business is a global era. But along with also high risk that at the same time easy to get involved in Internet fraud. Since online business is not a face ­to­ face transactions, it will not be able to check only the presence of the other companies only in the image and description of the web site. </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">So, JCTO is confirmed by the or a commercial copy of the registration or the like exists in the location that has been posted on the web site without any business in Japan is a mistake, we will provide information the information of the business in the web site. In addition, by posting JCTO trust seal to your web site, you can appeal your company's reliability. The company side of the overseas by doing so it is possible to prevent in advance the fraudulent trouble, also enterprise side of Japan will be able to provide the peace of mind and confidence. JCTO in both, we believe that it is possible to provide a safety and reliable business.</p><br/><br/>soovitas: Shexiamae ChiaxinShexiamae Chiaxinhttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/82-shexiamae-chiaxin/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-10-18:/communities/1/topics/126-harmony-chinese-takeaway-review-top-class-chinese-food-in-southbourne/2016-10-18T09:55:10+00:002016-10-18T09:55:10+00:00Harmony Chinese Takeaway Review: Top Class Chinese Food in Southbourne [ideed] <p style="text-align: justify;">There were a lot of reviews about <strong><a href="https://onlineordergo.co.uk/harmony-chinese-southbourne/">Harmony Chinese Takeaway</a></strong> available on the internet, and to add further details about the takeaway restaurant, this particular post will provide the experience and feedbacks of individuals who traveled a long way just to order the foods of the restaurant, in short, patience and determined visitors from various areas.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">We gathered their reviews and one said that the foods at Harmony were the best on Christmas Eve. Many families enjoy Chinese foods on such occasion and we found out that recommendations from different customers brought them to the restaurant to try it out. For those people, Christmas is not the same without the top quality Chinese food of Harmony Chinese Takeaway.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">A certain review also explains how it was spotlessly clean at the takeaway and how they received a warm welcome from the staff. Most of them never imagined that Harmony follows high standards when it comes to their food. They were moved by how the staff always gives them a good chat because they never thought that taking their order would turn out into a meaningful conversation with different people. </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">There’s also this review that tells how kind the staff was. His friend was in a wheelchair that time and the staff did not think twice in helping them get into their car. They praised the excellent customer service of Harmony Chinese Takeaway. This takeaway has more than your favorite food but it also has a friendly mood inside with a polite and honest staff.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Reviews also reveal that the food was still hot even after they got home and the rich flavor was evident in each bite. “Delicious”, “very tasty”, “mouthwatering”, “it melts in your mouth” – these words were very common in any Harmony Chinese Takeaway food reviews. </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Most customers who made those reviews about the takeaway restaurant promised to come back again, and they said that Harmony will be seeing a lot more of them because of its great food. With their recommendations to their family and friends, the restaurant is palpably getting more customers each day from different places.</p><br/><br/>soovitas: Mary AzurMary Azurhttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/81-mary-azur/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-10-14:/communities/1/topics/125-which-files-supercomplaint-against-banks-over-transfer-fraud-online-security/2016-10-14T05:53:26+00:002016-10-14T05:53:26+00:00Which? Files Supercomplaint Against Banks Over Transfer Fraud - Online Security [ideed] <p style="text-align: justify;">Banks may face formal inquiry into whether they can refuse to reimburse victims conned into transferring money into fraudsters’ accounts</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><img src="http://a.know-how.fc2.com/pic/0047/c8fda71515ec6274203c096437e36c87.jpg"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">UK banks should do more to protect customers tricked into transferring money to fraudsters, according to a consumer body that has lodged a “supercomplaint” with <a href="http://quanypayne.weebly.com/blog/which-files-supercomplaint-against-banks-over-transfer-fraud-online-security">financial regulators</a>. The move by Which? means banks could now face a formal investigation into whether they can continue refusing to reimburse victims.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">The organisation submitted its first supercomplaint this year in the same week that official data revealed that fraud in the UK payments industry had soared by 53% as criminals develop increasingly sophisticated tactics to steal bank customers’ cash.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Which? said banks should “shoulder more responsibility” when someone is conned into transferring money to another person’s account, just as they reimburse customers who lose money due to scams involving debit and credit cards or fraudulent account activity.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Some customers have lost considerable sums. In March this year the Guardian featured the case of Sarah and David Fisher, who were conned out of £25,000 after a fraudster posed as their builder and emailed them a fake invoice that was virtually identical to the one they were expecting.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">The explosion in <a href="http://www.magcloud.com/browse/issue/1177525">online and mobile banking</a> means UK consumers now make more than 70m bank transfers a month, compared with just over 100m in a whole year just a decade ago. Which? claims that “protections have not kept up”.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Using its legal powers, the organisation has submitted a supercomplaint to the Payment Systems Regulator, the watchdog for the UK’s £75tn payment systems industry, which must now respond within 90 days.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">There are many financial frauds that directly target customers, such as phishing emails and phone- and text-based scams. However, among the biggest growth areas are impersonation and deception scams where fraudsters hack into someone’s email account and then pose as the builder, solicitor, landscape gardener or other tradesperson that the consumer has legitimately employed. Typically, the victim receives an invoice via email, which does not rouse suspicion because they were expecting it. It looks authentic and is usually for the correct amount – however, unbeknown to the consumer, the bank account number and sort code have been changed to those of the fraudster.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">This is what happened to the Fishers, from north-west London. Last October they received a genuine invoice for building work that was being carried out, then what appeared to be a follow-up email from the same firm with a fresh invoice attached that included “our new banking details”. The couple duly paid the requested £25,000, and while it quickly emerged they had been scammed, by the time the bank that operated the account used to accept their money was alerted, the cash had been withdrawn.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Almost a year after the incident, they have yet to recover a penny of their money. Sarah Fisher, a record label manager, told the Guardian this week that the police had identified the fraudster as someone living in Denmark. As a result, the case was “not being progressed” and had effectively come to a halt.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">She added: “We took it to the financial ombudsman, who said that Barclays [which operated the account] had not behaved improperly.” However, she said their MP, Tulip Siddiq, had said the case raised important issues and intended to pursue the matter in parliament.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Victims conned in this way currently have no legal right to get their money back from their bank, said Which?. Banks typically refuse to refund customers on the basis that they made the payment voluntarily. However, Which? said: “Consumers can only protect themselves so far. People cannot be expected to detect complex scams pressuring them to transfer money immediately, or lookalike bills from their solicitor or builder.”</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">The organisation said banks had invested in security systems to detect and prevent fraud where they were liable to reimburse the victim, but added: “There aren’t sufficient checks if someone is tricked into transferring money directly to another person’s account.”</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Which? said it wanted the regulators to formally investigate the scale of bank transfer fraud and how much it was costing consumers, and propose new measures and greater liability for banks to ensure consumers are better protected.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">The Payment Systems Regulator confirmed that it had received the supercomplaint and said it would examine the evidence Which? had supplied and gather its own, “to build a clearer picture of the issue and decide a course of action”.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Possible outcomes might include regulatory action, a review or a referral of the complaint to another body.</p><br/><br/>soovitas: Odbart NolandOdbart Nolandhttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/80-odbart-noland/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-10-04:/communities/1/topics/124-frank-owens-contractors-groundworks-on-construction-projects/2016-10-04T08:14:12+00:002016-10-04T08:14:12+00:00Frank Owens Contractors: Groundworks on Construction Projects [ideed] <p style="text-align: justify;">Our fascination with dirt during our childhood now plays a big role in making a living. When in childhood, we always play and mold dirt outdoors. But now that we are already adults, dirt became one source of living. Frank Owens, sort of, specializes in this field.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">For more than two decades, <strong><a href="http://www.frankowenscontracts.co.uk/">Frank Owens Contractors</a></strong> has gained considerable experience in the construction industry. Their company provides high standard utility services in Northern Ireland and Southern Ireland. Their crew with many years of experience in the field has developed technical competence needed in civil construction projects. <strong><a href="http://imufish02.hatenablog.com/entry/Frank_Owens_Contractors%3A_Years_in_Utility_Contracting">Frank Owens</a></strong> believes that dedication and effective planning and execution is necessary to satisfy the technical and financial goals of project owners.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Construction works involve numerous specifications which should be done with certainty. Land preparation like groundworks is important to ensure that the surfacing is constructed with a solid foundation. Frank Owens Contractors in Tokyo, Japan has established a proven track record in groundworks and civil engineering projects providing superior heavy equipment to get the job done with accuracy and within the given time limit. Heavy equipment helps in accomplishing the heavy-duty task in the fastest way reducing the risk and need for manual labor. They believe that one of the biggest factors that take the business to the notch is the kind of equipments the company possesses.</p><br/><br/>soovitas: Zain AlirezaZain Alirezahttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/79-zain-alireza/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-10-04:/communities/1/topics/123-to-prospective-applicants/2016-10-04T06:11:45+00:002016-10-04T06:11:45+00:00To Prospective Applicants [ideed] <p><img src="/s/attachments/1040/1/17/59d1a82b7b22cda6e47aa712b074dd01.png"></p><p>Established in 1957, our company has been in business for more than 50 years. Our business is to provide technologies and services for infrastructure construction in the phases of surveying, planning, design, maintenance, management and operation. In Japan, we are a leading technology holder, particularly in the fields of bridges, roads and transport. Recently, we have been working to expand our business domains. For instance, we now engage in overall management of state-run parks. Overseas, we engage in a wide variety of areas such as the development of master plans for the entire county, national <strong><a href="http://www.oriconsul.co.jp/english/recruit/message.html">project management</a></strong> for international airports, seaports and railways, tourism development, environmental and energy development, medical care, and education. </p><p><br></p><p>In marking our 50th anniversary, we drew up a business plan titled I-Plan. I-Plan stipulates that our mission is to offer comprehensive intellectual services to realize secure and abundant lives for people around the world. It also specifies the stance of seeking employee satisfaction, customer satisfaction and social contribution as the highest priority values that we emphasize for fulfilling the mission. We consider the importance of employee satisfaction, customer satisfaction and social contribution. We also believe that enthusiasm and purposefulness are defined as driving forces that make us that type of company.</p><p><br></p><p>We wish to develop a company that fulfills this corporate philosophy. The company we aspire to be has three dimensions. The first is to be a company that allows its employees to feel a sense of pride. We are proud of <strong><a href="http://www.oriconsul.co.jp/english/">our services</a></strong> that are extremely important in increasing local security and reassurance and in building a foundation for vitality. We therefore wish to maximize our service domains and service coverage area. The second is to be a company where employees can enjoy a feeling of accomplishment through performing their duties. We therefore focus on human resource development to maximize the abilities of staff and the organization. And the third is to be a company where employees are energetic. We will therefore improve the environment and system for working.</p><p><br></p><p>External circumstances today are changing dramatically. Seeing this as an opportunity, we will be united to boldly confront the challenges we face. We hope that those with the following attributes will join us to actively take up these challenges. The first attribute is leadership. We want our staff to think and act proactively, not take a passive attitude. The second is teamwork. We want our staff to communicate effectively and work together with others. The third is persistence. We want our staff to be persistent in pursuing their challenges, until they reach their goal. We look forward to your pursuing employment with us.</p><p><br></p><p><strong> Hidenori NOZAKI</strong></p><p> President and Representative Director</p><p> </p><p> Oriental Consultants Co., Ltd. </p><p></p><br/><br/>soovitas: Yair WoodYair Woodhttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/17-yair-wood/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-10-01:/communities/1/topics/122-frank-owens-contractors-groundworks-construction/2016-10-01T02:20:44+00:002016-10-01T02:20:44+00:00Frank Owens Contractors: Groundworks Construction [ideed] <p style="text-align: justify;">During our childhood, many of us have this natural attraction in playing with sand and soil. As we grow old, our interest with this kind of activity becomes not just for fun but as a medium to earn a living.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.frankowenscontracts.co.uk/">Frank Owens Contractors</a> loves to get their hands dirty by providing quality groundworks and other utility services across Northern and Southern Ireland. When you are involved in a high-hazard construction industry, having insufficient knowledge in this field is critical. Frank Owens makes sure that their contractors and engineers have the proper training to handle civil works projects in the most efficient manner.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">For more than two decades in the industry, Frank Owens in Tokyo, Japan has gained expertise in various building and non-building projects such as groundworks and site preparations. When working on a construction project, groundworks is one of the most important phases that must be done before starting any other construction activity. The staff of Frank Owens will provide high-quality groundworks to ensure that whatever the construction atop of it, is built upon a solid foundation that will last.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Nowadays, heavy construction vehicles are a vital part of time and cost efficient construction. This enables construction companies to complete their task quickly and safely as it helps in reducing the manual labor and risk factors. 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The town has many fine buildings, the Bedfordshire Museum gives information on north Bedfordshire and the adjacent Cecil Higgins Art Gallery is well worth visiting. An attractive landscaped riverside walk stretches from one side of the town to the other, and many regattas and events take place on the river, which is navigable to the sea at the Wash.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Bedfordshire offers a wide range of family activities. Examples are: a day out to Whipsnade Wild Animal Park, or a visit to the unique <a href="http://www.aboutbritain.com/counties/carmarthenshire.asp">Whipsnade Tree Cathedral</a>, which contains many tree species planted in the plan of a medieval cathedral.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">The town of Sandy is set against a backdrop of green hills, parkland and woodland, the area was once the centre for market gardening in the county. 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Altogether the museum has over 200 tanks which date back to the World War I era, including the first experimental tank known as Little Willie, developed in 1915.</p><p><br></p><p>The history of tanks and the life of tank personnel are shown in the exhibits. During school holidays the Tank Museum puts on some live displays. It continually offers a program of educational lectures and its extensive library has one of the largest collections of books specifically on armoured warfare.</p><p><br></p><p>Visitors can see the last surviving German Tiger Tank, a CV-33Tankette, Mathilda II, Pzkfw V Panther Medium tank and many other Crusader and Churchill tanks as well as a Rolls Royce armoured car. Not all the museum exhibits are old as it also showcases some of the latest battle tanks available for present day manoeuvres and armed combat.</p><p><br></p><p>On a slightly different theme, Lulworth Heritage Centre is just four miles from Bovington Camp and covers the history of Lulworth Cove and the unusual formations over the last 150 million years or so.</p><p><br></p><p>Athelhampton House and Gardens also offers a fabulous day out from Bovington Camp. The splendid 15th century house is furnished in keeping with its stately appearance. The gardens are a peaceful place to stroll around and enjoy the fountains and the riverside setting.</p><br/><br/>soovitas: rayfiber3rayfiber3http://sublime.userecho.com/users/71-rayfiber3/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-08-31:/communities/1/topics/113-things-to-do-in-dorset-by-group-holiday-in-southbourne-dorset/2016-08-31T01:11:09+00:002016-08-31T01:11:09+00:00Things to do in Dorset by Group Holiday in Southbourne Dorset [ideed] <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.aboutbritain.com/images/counties/dorset1.jpg"></p><p style="text-align: center;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.aboutbritain.com/counties/dorset.asp#things-to-do">Dorset</a> is situated on the south coast of England, between Devon in the west and Hampshire in the east - much of the County is designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Few major roads run through the county, allowing Dorset to retain much of its rural character and charm.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Dorset is a delightful county, with a variety of contrasting landscapes, consisting of coastline with high cliffs, inland there are wooded hills and fertile valleys, rolling chalk hills and wild heath-land.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">There are several interesting towns along the coast, starting in the east at <a href="http://www.aboutbritain.com/towns/southbourne-2.asp">Christchurch</a>, a Saxon town on the estuaries of the Rivers Avon and Stour, with a picturesque harbour and magnificent 11th century Priory Church.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.aboutbritain.com/towns/bournemouth.asp">Bournemouth</a> is a vibrant city, with beautiful sandy beaches, gardens, shopping, night life and entertainment for holiday makers. Poole has the second largest natural harbour in the world after Sydney - you can explore the old quarter by the quayside, with many historic buildings.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">'The Isle of Purbeck' is a coastal peninsula below Pool harbour. The towns of Wareham, encircled by its original Saxon walls and home of the oldest church in Dorset, and Swanage, a seaside resort and home to the famous local Purbeck stone often referred to as 'marble', are worth visiting. Nearby, the historic village of Corfe Castle is a beauty spot not to miss.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Weymouth is a popular seaside town with many interesting family attractions. Bridport also has a Dorset Tourist Information centre - the town is known for rope and net making and still makes tennis nets for Wimbledon, the All England Tennis Club.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Portland is connected to the mainland by a causeway at the eastern end of Chesil Beach, a barren pebbled beach, stretching from Weymouth to Bridport. In the hills behind the Chesil Bank, the old village of Abbotsbury is famous for the 600 year old bird sanctuary, Abbotsbury Swannery. Portland is the origin of the stone used by Sir Christopher Wren for St. Paul's Cathedral and for the UN headquarters in New York.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">West Dorset's coast is known as 'Jurassic Coast' - it has been awarded World Heritage Site status, and consists of rocks formed during the Jurassic Period. This 25 mile stretch is fossil hunting country, with the beaches around Charmouth and Lyme Regis being the best places to hunt for fossils. Call at the tourist information centre in Lyme Regis for a guide to the area.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Lyme Regis is a charming historic town set on cliffs overlooking a spectacular bay with a 13th century harbour known as 'The Cob'. On a visit to Lyme Regis, Jane Austen was inspired to make it the setting for 'Persuasion', it was also the setting for John Fowles book 'A French Lieutenants Woman'.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Inland, large areas of Dorset are designated as Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, such as the Blackmore Vale in the north of the County, a delightful rural area with a lush landscape, with many footpaths and bridal ways. The Dorset Downs in the centre of the County consists of chalk hillsides and, to the south, ancient woodland.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">At Cerne Abbas, you can see the Cerne Abbas Giant, carved into the chalk hillside. Cranborne Chase, was once a royal hunting forest, where the deer can still be spotted and native wildlife and plants flourish.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Other towns of note include:</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Blandford Forum - a gracious Georgian town on the banks of the River Stour, with a fine church and town hall and host to the Great Dorset Steam Fair each September.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Dorchester is the County town, where you can still see the remains of the original Roman town wall. Dorchester is at the heart of Thomas Hardy country - his birthplace at nearby Higher Brockhampton, and Max Gate, his home in the town, can both be visited.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Shaftsbury is a gem of a Saxon hill top town, founded by Alfred the Great. The Abbey ruins and herb gardens are open to the public. Gold Hill behind the town hall, is a steep cobbled street with tiny cottages, a quintessential English scene.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Sherborne, in the north of the County has a medieval high street, a superb 15th century Abbey and two castles.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Wimborne Minster is named for its Minster church, which is unique for having two towers, a lantern tower of the late Norman period, and a later western tower of the 15th century. Visit the miniature town with 300 model buildings.</p><br/><br/>soovitas: Faith WatsonFaith Watsonhttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/22-faith-watson/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-08-30:/communities/1/topics/112-things-to-do-in-bournemouth-dorset/2016-08-30T06:42:34+00:002016-08-30T06:42:34+00:00Things to do in Bournemouth, Dorset [ideed] <p style="text-align: justify;">Internationally renowned for being one of Europe's most fashionable resorts, Bournemouth attracts millions of visitors of all ages and nationalities each year. Seven miles of golden sand, vibrant nightlife, first-class attractions, beautiful gardens and summer festivals promise something for everyone.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Seven miles of golden sand and sheltered waters make <strong><a href="http://www.aboutbritain.com/towns/bournemouth.asp">Bournemouth</a></strong> a firm favourite for beach and activity holidays. Perfect not only for families with its pioneering beach safety KidZone scheme and dog-free areas, Bournemouth's daily average of 7.7 hours of summer sunshine also attracts serious sun-worshippers of all ages and nationalities. You will enjoy the award winning parks at Bournemouth; why not spend a lazy summer afternoon listening to the band playing in the Pine Walk bandstand, or take a stroll to the sub-tropical and Italianate gardens.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">By day, the town is a shopper's paradise, a combination of high-street favourites and exclusive boutiques. The fashionable new-look Square, with its mosaics and stylish camera Obscura centrepiece, gives an atmosphere of <strong><a href="http://www.aboutbritain.com/towns/christchurch.asp">continental chic</a></strong>. As the sun sets over the Victorian architecture, the nightlife in the vibrant and cosmopolitan town centre starts to hot up. Bournemouth caters for all tastes from West End blockbusters, hilarious comedians, classical concerts and plays to some of the hottest night-clubs in the country. Night owls will certainly be spoilt for choice.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><strong><a href="http://www.aboutbritain.com/counties/isle-of-wight.asp">Bournemouth's summer Festival</a></strong> For Families offers six weeks of free first-class entertainment for all ages. For children, a Kids Free Entertain-tent and beach GameZones offer a packed daily programme of activities. Adults will enjoy the Musicmakers Festival which welcomes music groups from all over the world, Flowers by candlelight where the Lower gardens are transformed into a twinkling fairyland, and the spectacular Friday Night Fireworks. Why not also visit the new indoor Wacky Warehouse play area, or discover the wonders of the world's oceans at the Oceanarium.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Bournemouth's beautiful beach and excellent leisure facilities make it a popular choice for sports enthusiasts and international sporting events. The seafront plays host to a number of high profile events each year, including the UKOBA Powerboating Grand Prix, Beach volleyball Grand Prix and, for motoring enthusiasts, the first leg of the Mintex National Rally Championship. The Liverpool Victoria UK Snooker championship and Allis-Merlo Pro-Am Celebrity Golf tournament have also become regulars to Bournemouth. Bournemouth's location makes it ideal for recreational sport as diverse as fishing, pony-trekking, cycling and water-sports.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Bournemouth's central location on the south coast makes it an ideal base for exploring the surrounding cultural heritage and stunning countryside that complement its own coastal beauty. To the west, the spectacular craggy rock formations of the Purbecks are the perfect setting for some breathtaking coastal walks. Inland, picturesque Dorset villages nestle amid a rich literary heritage, inspiration for many of Thomas Hardy's classics. Impressive historical ruins and stately homes stand proud in rolling countryside, whilst to the east the ancient New Forest remains a symbol of traditional England.</p><br/><br/>soovitas: Adrew EatonAdrew Eatonhttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/70-adrew-eaton/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-08-26:/communities/1/topics/111-frank-owens-limited-home-building-industry-company-overview/2016-08-26T08:24:57+00:002016-08-26T08:24:57+00:00Frank Owens Limited Home Building Industry Company Overview [ideed] <p>Company Information for</p><p><strong><a href="http://www.datalog.co.uk/browse/detail.php/CompanyNumber/NI044715/CompanyName/FRANK+OWENS+LTD">FRANK OWENS LTD</a></strong></p><p><br></p> <p>50 MAIN STREET, LIMAVADY, CO L'DERRY,</p><p><br></p> <p><strong><u>Company Overview</u></strong></p> <p><strong><u>About Frank Owens Ltd</u></strong></p><p><strong><u><br></u></strong></p> <p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-owens-6657841">FRANK OWENS LTD</a> was founded on 2002-11-18 and has its registered office in Co L'derry. The organisation's status is listed as "Active". <a href="http://www.bizdb.co.uk/company/frank-owens-ltd-NI044715/">Frank Owens Ltd</a> is a Private Limited Company registered in with Companies House and the accounts submission requirement is categorised as TOTAL EXEMPTION SMALL</p><p><br></p> <ul><li>Annual turnover is £6.5 million or less</li><li>The balance sheet total is £ 3.26 million or less</li><li>Employs 50 or less employees</li><li>Company is exempt from audit</li></ul> <p><strong><u>Key Data</u></strong></p> <p><strong><u> </u></strong></p> <p><strong>Company Name</strong></p> <p>FRANK OWENS LTD</p><p><br></p> <p><strong>Legal Registered Office</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p> <p>50 MAIN STREET </p> <p>LIMAVADY </p> <p>CO L'DERRY </p><p><br></p> <p><strong><u>Filing Information</u></strong></p><p><strong><u><br></u></strong></p> <p><strong>Company Number</strong> NI044715</p> <p><strong>Date formed</strong> 2002-11-18</p> <p><strong>Country </strong></p> <p><strong>Origin Country </strong> United Kingdom</p> <p><strong>Type </strong> Private Limited Company</p> <p><strong>CompanyStatus </strong> Active</p> <p><strong>Lastest accounts</strong> 31/03/2015</p> <p><strong>Account next due</strong> 31/12/2016</p> <p><strong>Latest return </strong> 18/11/2015</p> <p><strong>Return next due</strong> 16/12/2016</p> <p><strong>Type of accounts</strong> TOTAL EXEMPTION SMALL</p><p><br></p> <p>Last Datalog update: 2016-06-05 13:40:58</p> <p>Primary Source: Companies House</p><br/><br/>soovitas: Wally CournierWally Cournierhttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/69-wally-cournier/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-08-24:/communities/1/topics/110-frank-owens-ltd-home-building-industry-filing-history/2016-08-24T01:47:08+00:002016-08-24T01:47:08+00:00Frank Owens LTD Home Building Industry - Filing History [ideed] <p><strong>Date Description</strong> </p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p> <p>22 Dec 2015 <strong>Total exemption small company accounts</strong> made up to 31 March 2015 </p><p><br></p> <p>26 Nov 2015 <strong><a href="https://beta.companieshouse.gov.uk/company/NI044715/filing-history">Annual return</a></strong> made up to 18 November 2015 with full list of shareholders Statement of capital on 2015-11-26</p> <p>GBP 2</p><p><br></p> <p>17 Dec 2014 <strong>Total exemption small <a href="http://www.firstreport.co.uk/Company/NI044715/FRANK-OWENS-LTD">company accounts</a></strong> made up to 31 March 2014 </p><p><br></p> <p>26 Nov 2014 <strong>Annual return </strong>made up to 18 November 2014 with full list of <a href="http://www.checkdirector.co.uk/director/damian-owens/">shareholders Statement</a> of capital on 2014-11-26<u></u></p> <p>GBP 2</p><p><br></p> <p>20 Dec 2013 <strong>Annual return</strong> made up to 18 November 2013 with full list of shareholders Statement of capital on 2013-12-20</p> <p>GBP 2</p><p><br></p> <p>20 Dec 2013 <strong>Total exemption small company accounts</strong> made up to 31 March 2013 </p><p><br></p> <p>21 Dec 2012 <strong>Total exemption small company accounts</strong> made up to 31 March 2012</p><p><br></p> <p>28 Nov 2012 <strong>Annual return</strong> made up to 18 November 2012 with full list of shareholders</p><p><br></p> <p>04 Jan 2012 <strong>Annual return</strong> made up to 18 November 2011 with full list of shareholders</p><p><br></p> <p>24 Nov 2011 <strong>Total exemption small company accounts</strong> made up to 31 March 2011</p><p><br></p> <p>17 Jan 2011 <strong>Annual return</strong> made up to 18 November 2010 with full list of shareholders</p><p><br></p> <p>24 Nov 2010 <strong>Total exemption small company accounts</strong> made up to 31 March 2010 </p><p><br></p> <p>22 Apr 2010 <strong>Annual return</strong> made up to 18 November 2009 with full list of shareholders</p><p><br></p> <p>22 Apr 2010 <strong>Director's details changed</strong> for Francis Gareth Owens on 18 November 2009</p><p><br></p> <p>22 Apr 2010 <strong>Secretary's details changed</strong> for Francis Gareth Owens on 18 November 2009</p><p><br></p> <p>22 Apr 2010 <strong>Director's details changed</strong> for Damian Owens on 18 November 2009</p><p><br></p> <p>31 Jan 2010 <strong>Total exemption small company accounts</strong> made up to 31 March 2009</p><p><br></p> <p>09 Feb 2009 18/11/08 annual return shuttle </p><p><br></p> <p>22 Jan 2009 31/03/08 annual accts </p><p><br></p> <p>10 Feb 2008 18/11/07 annual return shuttle </p><p><br></p> <p>09 Feb 2008 31/03/07 annual accts </p><p><br></p> <p>24 Jan 2007 31/03/06 annual accts </p><p><br></p> <p>27 Nov 2006 18/11/06 annual return shuttle </p><p><br></p> <p>28 Feb 2006 31/03/05 annual accts </p><p><br></p> <p>15 Dec 2005 18/11/05 annual return shuttle </p><p><br></p> <p>02 Dec 2004 18/11/04 annual return shuttle </p><p><br></p> <p>01 Dec 2004 31/03/04 annual accts </p><p><br></p> <p>17 Sep 2004 Change of ARD </p><p><br></p> <p>23 Dec 2003 Return of allot of shares </p><p><br></p> <p>17 Dec 2003 18/11/03 annual return shuttle </p><p><br></p> <p>24 Apr 2003 Updated mem and arts </p><p><br></p> <p>24 Apr 2003 Change in sit reg add</p><p><br></p> <p>24 Apr 2003 Change of dirs/sec</p><p><br></p> <p>24 Apr 2003 Change of dirs/sec</p><p><br></p> <p>24 Apr 2003 Change of dirs/sec</p><p><br></p> <p>24 Apr 2003 Resolutions</p> <p>Special/extra resolution</p><p><br></p> <p>03 Apr 2003 Resolution to change name</p><p><br></p> <p>18 Nov 2002 Pars re dirs/sit reg off</p> <p><i>This document is currently unavailable, a copy can be ordered from the Contact Centre. Telephone +44</i></p> <p><i>(0)303 1234 500. There is a £3.00 charge per document.</i></p><p><i><br></i></p> <p>18 Nov 2002 Decln complnce reg new co</p> <p><i>This document is currently unavailable, a copy can be ordered from the Contact Centre. Telephone +44 (0)303 1234 500. There is a £3.00 charge per document.</i></p><p><i><br></i></p> <p>18 Nov 2002 Articles</p> <p><i>This document is currently unavailable, a copy can be ordered from the Contact Centre. Telephone +44 (0)303 1234 500. There is a £3.00 charge per document.</i></p><p><i><br></i></p> <p><i> </i></p> <p>18 Nov 2002 Memorandum</p> <p><i>This document is currently unavailable, a copy can be ordered from the Contact Centre. Telephone +44 (0)303 1234 500. There is a £3.00 charge per document.</i></p><br/><br/>soovitas: Lyndon CooperLyndon Cooperhttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/23-lyndon-cooper/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-08-23:/communities/1/topics/109-frank-owens-limited-home-building-industry/2016-08-23T01:14:00+00:002016-08-23T01:14:00+00:00Frank Owens Limited Home Building Industry [ideed] <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://media.licdn.com/media/p/8/000/23f/364/3a9981f.jpg"></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><u><br></u></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><u>Summary</u></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Over 25 years as an executive recruiter for the Home Building Industry.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Specialties: A Retained Executive Search Firm for the <a href="https://4good.org/patricia-shuler/frank-owens-limited-home-building-industry">Home Building Industry</a>.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Experience</strong></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Owner</strong></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><strong><a href="https://www.evernote.com/shard/s635/sh/0a36fb51-2434-4fdc-ad10-c943ea1a75d3/6b280d218915072e87d32f0881baa6f3">Frank Owens LTD</a></strong></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">January 1985 – Present (31 years 8 months)</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Executive Search firm founded in 1985 at a time when the Home Building Industry was entering a decline from it’s heydays of the late seventies and early eighties. Armed with over 10 years of relationship-building experience with senior level managers in the Home Building Industry and knowledge of the cyclical nature and market dynamics of the sector, Frank acted on advice of friends in the real estate community to start <a href="http://blogs.rediff.com/rayfiber03/2016/08/22/frank-owens-limited-home-building-industry/">Frank Owens Ltd</a>.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Twenty years later, Frank’s 1985 theory that industry consolidation and securitization of the mortgage portifolios would combine to be a driving force in the country’s economic growth has proven true.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">On the heels of the success of his search firm comes THE FRANK REPORTS, a compilation of housing permit activity for over 110 MSAs from 1960- 2008. This one-of-a-kind document is available along with other housing related reports at <a href="http://www.thefrankreports.com">www.thefrankreports.com</a></p><br/><br/>soovitas: Ana G. JacksonAna G. 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Armed with over 10 years of relationship-building experience with senior level managers in the Home Building Industry and knowledge of the cyclical nature and market dynamics of the sector, Frank acted on advice of friends in the real estate community to start <a href="http://www.checkdirector.co.uk/director/damian-owens/">Frank Owens Ltd</a>.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Twenty years later, Frank's 1985 theory that industry consolidation and securitization of the mortgage portifolios would combine to be a driving force in the country's economic growth has proven true.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">On the heels of the success of his search firm comes THE FRANK REPORTS, a compilation of housing permit activity for over 110 MSAs from 1960- 2008. 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Whether you are debating the topic for the first time or you have already adopted a commitment to MRI, we can help you navigate the many policy questions and investment decisions you need to make.</p><br/><br/>soovitas: Ohnicio KalbOhnicio Kalbhttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/66-ohnicio-kalb/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-08-19:/communities/1/topics/106-solving-your-challenges-by-cambridge-associates-asia-singapore/2016-08-19T05:48:43+00:002016-08-19T05:48:43+00:00Solving Your Challenges by Cambridge Associates Asia Singapore [ideed] <p><strong>How do we build a diversified portfolio with limited time and resources?</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p> <p>The rewards of <a href="https://penzu.com/p/a58ebdc5">intelligent portfolio diversification</a> are considerable, but diversified portfolios simply cost more to manage effectively both in time and resources. We know your investment staff and committee is dedicated to your organization’s success. But often these ambitions are accompanied by unrealistic expectations about the ability to first implement and then to oversee a complex, multi-manager asset allocation structure.</p><p><br></p> <p>You may need deeper resources and experience to govern effectively, establish and review your investment policies, successfully implement your plan and then evaluate your results in terms of both risk and return. That’s when it becomes attractive—and potentially cost effective—to outsource.</p><p><br></p> <p>Outsourcing your investment office can be a source of complementary expertise and advice or a fully delegated solution for your organization. We serve as the outsourced investment office for 25 institutions representing approximately $8B in assets under management. Some of them have a CIO, some do not. Some have historically involved their finance team in the oversight and management of the endowment or pension. What should you expect of us? You should feel like you have a professional in-house investment office at your service.</p><br/><br/>soovitas: Fres DerskyFres Derskyhttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/65-fres-dersky/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-08-17:/communities/1/topics/105-bacall-development-how-to-find-a-good-commercial-property/2016-08-17T08:18:24+00:002016-08-17T08:18:24+00:00Bacall Development: How to find a good commercial property [ideed] <p>There are a lot of things to consider when you're looking for a commercial property. Finding the perfect property for your business can be difficult, so <a href="http://www.bacalldevelopment.com/"><span style="">Bacall Development </span></a>advise you to keep reading to help you search for the right one.</p><p><br></p><p>Location can set a great difference to the kind of business you own. Not every business rely on location for the success of their business. If you depend on customer contact in a retail setting, then be in a place that is accessible to your customers because it could affect the success (or failure) of your business.You may choose a location that offers a peaceful environment if you don't see clients that much. Your staff will be more focused to do their tasks with serene surroundings. Creating a home office is also advisable to save on operating costs and provide potential tax savings if you're not expecting visits from your customers and don't have any employees in site. </p><p><br></p><p>Size is also an important factor to consider, based on <a href="https://lenypark3r.wordpress.com/tag/bacall-development/"><span style="">reviews gathered by Bacall Development and its associates</span></a>. See to it that the property fits perfectly to the kind of business you have. To avoid added expenses because of retrofitting, make sure that the place has been outfitted with wiring to complement your communication and electrical needs. You should know the zoning ordinances of the place as well. </p><p><br></p><p>Even though the location has high rent but is accessible to your potential customers and meets the needs of your business, then it is perfect for the growth of your enterprise. It's good for a retail business owner to place its business near similar businesses according to reviews. Ensure that the property offers comfort and safety to your customers. </p><p><br></p><p>You can find affordable properties through courthouses and get a list of business closings or property foreclosures. Consider different alternatives as well such as buying a lot and have control over the construction and design, leasing a build-to-suit, and renting an existing space. </p><p><br></p><p>Consulting a real estate broker can help you find a commercial property and lessen your options. If there are places that interest you, better visit them in person to assess some issues that may affect your business such as competition, traffic, and overall convenience. </p><p><br></p><p>But if you're not the type that likes to go in different places by foot, you can search available properties online through real estate websites. <a href="http://kaivaughn.typepad.com/blog/2016/08/bacall-development-the-advantages-of-build-to-suit-construction.html">Bacall Development</a> wants you to act quickly in case you already found the right one for you and your business because a good commercial property does not stay available for long.</p><br/><br/>soovitas: Paul D. ParvinPaul D. Parvinhttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/64-paul-d-parvin/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-08-16:/communities/1/topics/104-applied-consultants-inc-brief-project-review/2016-08-16T07:48:32+00:002016-08-16T07:48:32+00:00APPLIED CONSULTANTS, INC. – Brief Project Review [ideed] <p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>M3 Midstream – Marcellus Shale</strong>: <strong><a href="http://www.appliedconsultants.com/18-general/54-brief-project-review">Applied Consultants</a></strong> has supplied Inspection for the Greenfield project for M3 Midstream in the Marcellus Shale. This project consisted of 120 miles of 24” Transmission Pipe with numerous lateral lines. The project also consisted of 2 Compressor Stations and 2 CDP’s as well as multiple HDD’s. This system is located in the remote areas of West Virginia and South West Pennsylvania. This is the first footprint for M3 in the Marcellus Shale. This project has transitioned into the Utica with Applied supplying Inspection personnel on several large Plants and pipeline projects. Applied currently has 94 Inspectors working for M3 Midstream and M3 Utica.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Pioneer Natural Resources – EFS Midstream/Eagle Ford Shale</strong>: Applied has provided inspection and engineering services to this green field project since July 2010. With Applied’s assistance, EFS Midstream was able to in quickly develop their position in the Eagle Ford trend almost 6-8 months ahead of any of their competitors. Applied currently has approximately 50 employees working in various roles on this project. To highlight this effort; six (6) large Central Gas Processing (CGPs) facilities were engineered, constructed and brought on line within 12 months. Each of these facilities consisted of 150 gpm amine plants, glycol dehydration units and 5000 bpd condensate stabilization units. Custody transfer services were also provided at these facilities for both gas and condensate. 300 miles of 8” and 12” pipelines have been laid with numerous bores, including bores under the San Antonio River and Interstate 37. This is an on-going project that continues to keep EFS Midstream as the major contender in this trend.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Hawk Field Services/Haynesville Shale Play</strong>: Applied has effectively delivered inspection and engineering services to Hawk in a grass-roots movement to develop their position in the Haynesville play since August 2008. To support the ensuing multitude of projects, Applied currently has 54 Inspectors working on these projects in the Haynesville for Hawk Field Services. Highlighted projects during this period are 59 miles and 43 miles - 16” pipelines including 2 Red River bores with an additional 65 miles of pipeline. Our inspectors also managed the installation of several meter facility interconnects to transmission lines with a collective takeaway capacity of some 685MMCFD. Applied’s engineering staff has worked or is working on the design, drafting and installation of 7 amine plants that will total approximately 1300GPM when all are complete.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong style="">Mark West/Oklahoma</strong><span style="">: The construction of a 50 mile - 24” gas pipeline began January of 2009 originating in Colgate Oklahoma and ties into Gulf South’s system near Bennington, Okla. Applied’s construction inspection services for this project and others have required a maximum level of some 40 inspectors and field staff. This project completed in June of 2009.</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style=""><br></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Energy Transfer/Barnett</strong>: Applied has worked throughout the Barnett for many years and for many companies. We have worked on several projects for ETC over this time period furnishing both inspection and engineering assistance. Some of the ETC projects Applied has furnished inspection services for are:</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">1) 21 miles of 36” Tolar to Cleburne including a power plant lake bore;</p><p style="text-align: justify;">2) 54 mi of 24” Cleburne to Springtown; and</p><p style="text-align: justify;">3) Numerous gathering interconnects in NW Barnett of some 100 miles.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong><br></strong></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Encana</strong>: Applied provides various inspection services for Encana throughout the US. Some of the inspection disciplines include:</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">1) Monitoring new construction for pipelines, plants, compressor stations and measurement facilities.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">2) Inspection of DOT system upgrades for class location changes;</p><p style="text-align: justify;">3) Injection facilities; and</p><p style="text-align: justify;">4) A host of misc maintenance projects.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Our inspector staffing has routinely been between 10 to 70 Applied employees, depending on work load, for the last 3 years lending a definite level of consistency to desired goals achieved.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong><br></strong></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>GMX Resources/Haynesville &amp; Cotton Valley</strong>: Applied’s engineering department conducted detailed design for a 500MMSCFD, 18 unit single-stage Cat 3608 (2300HP) compressor station and will serve as project manager for the construction. The project also included six inlet pipelines, inlet separation, compression, SulfaTreat and four outlet pipelines. Applied also supplied design, engineering and pipeline inspection for six miles of 12” and 16” pipelines. Our contribution included project management, site plan, plot plan, foundations, P&amp;ID, equipment specifications, piping design, and complete 3D compressor, vessel and piping drawings. The piping drawings included plan &amp; elevation drawings, bill of materials and isometric drawings.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Tristate Midstream/Haynesville</strong>: Applied has provided plot plan &amp; P&amp;ID as-built drawings for six (6) compression, treating and dehydration facilities. We also provided the design and engineering of a 40 MMSCFD treating and dehydration facility. Engineering included project management, site plan, plot plan, foundations, P&amp;ID, piping design, complete 3D vessel and piping drawings. The piping drawings included plan &amp; elevation drawings, bill of materials and isometric drawings. We have also provided all the inspection services for these projects.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>TGG Pipeline/Haynesville</strong>: Applied served as project manager providing engineering design and inspection services for a 12” HDD of the KCS Railroad along with 4.5 miles of 36” header pipeline. We also conducted the initial permitting process for a 36” dry bore of the same railway. Applied’s engineering department is presently providing the same services for a 23 mile extension of the pipeline and a 500MMSCFD, 4 unit Cat 3616 (4735hp) compressor station with treating and dehydration capability including 5 inlet pipelines and 3 sales connects. Engineering services include the complete basic design package (including those attributes noted in the GMX and Tri-State narratives above) as well as construction specifications to include a RFP for construction of the station.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>TGG Pipeline/Haynesville: Included in the Basic Engineering Package are</strong>:</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">o Design Basis</p><p style="text-align: justify;">o Block Flow Diagram &amp; Plot Plan</p><p style="text-align: justify;">o Specs for Eqpt, Piping, Elec, &amp; Const.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">o Project Schedule</p><p style="text-align: justify;">o P&amp;IDs</p><p style="text-align: justify;">o Data for environmental permits</p><p style="text-align: justify;">o Electrical One-Line Diagram &amp; Plot</p><p style="text-align: justify;">o Equipment List</p><p style="text-align: justify;">o Instrument List</p><p style="text-align: justify;">o Foundation Design</p><p style="text-align: justify;">o Piping Drawings</p><p style="text-align: justify;">o Bill of Materials</p><p style="text-align: justify;">o Electrical Area Classification</p><p style="text-align: justify;">o Power &amp; Grounding</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong><br></strong></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Petrologistics</strong>: Applied has served as project manager providing inspection services for 35 miles of 8” &amp; 12” gas pipeline. Applied has also Project Managed and inspected over a Depropanizer plant that was built for around $46 million dollars. We have had as many as 35 inspectors and field staff with Petrologistics at one time to complete their projects.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Crosstex Energy</strong>: We have worked on several projects for Crosstex over the last 4 years furnishing both inspection and engineering assistance. Some of the Crosstex projects Applied has furnished inspection services for are:</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">1) 12 miles of 20” West Weatherford Loop Line</p><p style="text-align: justify;">2) 10 miles of 8” &amp; 10” Benbrook Line</p><p style="text-align: justify;">3) Numerous ESB Systems and Compressor Stations</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong><br></strong></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Chesapeake Energy – Barnett, Haynsville, Eagle Ford, Marcellus Shales</strong>: Applied has provided inspection and engineering services to Chesapeake in these main shale’s but also in several other remote locations. Applied Consultants has become a valued client of Chesapeake’s and has helped build gathering systems, Plants, Compressor Station, Meters, etc. Currently we have over 120 inspectors working throughout the United States for Chesapeake and still growing.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: center;"><img height="316" src="http://www.appliedconsultants.com/media/rokgallery/1/1c3082de-9beb-490c-d159-ec8aba92b480/2b522dd1-8373-4820-8572-67ee8992302a.jpg" width="514"></p><p style="text-align: center;"><img height="316" src="http://www.appliedconsultants.com/media/rokgallery/7/74176182-5549-4cea-dc37-2af41f764aa5/4c4fcae1-2e68-425d-aeb6-0a61cd06d2b7.jpg" width="514"></p><p style="text-align: center;"><img height="316" src="http://www.appliedconsultants.com/media/rokgallery/9/9e0a418e-180a-466b-e167-a08f4fe7db3e/799c154c-4779-4157-b686-237418bf5852.jpg" width="514"></p><br/><br/>soovitas: John FellowsJohn Fellowshttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/63-john-fellows/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-08-16:/communities/1/topics/103-top-5-bizarre-interview-questions-and-how-to-answer-them/2016-08-16T02:31:13+00:002016-08-16T02:31:13+00:00Top 5 bizarre interview questions and how to answer them [ideed] <p></p><p><img src="/s/attachments/1040/1/62/71471fa31520affeafff0c98b770c340.jpg"></p><p><br></p><p>There’s an apocryphal story that has been bandied about for years, about an interview where the interviewer asked a candidate: “Do something to surprise me”. The interviewee got out his lighter and set fire to the interviewer’s newspaper. It’s not an action we would advise emulating, but very definitely comes under the heading of utterly incomprehensible interview questions. </p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Why do these questions get asked?</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>"Why do these questions get asked" is a tricky question to answer, but as it appears to have started in Silicon Valley during the tech boom its roots are likely to be found in the free-thinking, mould-breaking philosophy that many of the tech pioneers applied to their businesses. </p><p>Ultimately for some interviewer it’s about unearthing someone who offers more than just “can you do the job”. Wall Street soon followed suit and the practice has become more commonplace. The question for most of us is not why are they asked but how do I answer them?</p><p><br></p><p>First and foremost you should remember there isn’t a right answer, depending on the nature of the question, which these questions are about your thought processes, your coolness under pressure, your personality and your approach to problem solving. What you don’t do is say, “I don’t know”, or “that’s a good question” and stare off into space. Let’s take the question: “How many cricket bats are there in the world?” You could either pluck an answer out of thin air: “Three million?”, or go about figuring out how to work it out. “Well, if the population of the sporting public in the UK is X, and a tenth of them play cricket, then that’s XX for the UK, plus another X for the cricketing population in India…” etc. This is the sort of approach the employer would be looking for.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Five types of questions you might encounter</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>1. Lots of these questions fall along the lines of if you were a colour/an animal/a garden gnome/a car/a food/a computer application (yes, really) what one would you be and why? Try to think of the qualities of the object and how they might relate to your skills or character.</p><p><br></p><p>2. What are all the different uses you can think of for a lemon? Apparently asked during an interview for an airline pilot, this type of question is designed to find out how much of a creative thinker you are.</p><p><br></p><p>3. Who would you invite to a dinner party/what superhero/movie character would you be/who is your role model? In other words, what character traits do you most admire in other people and why? Think about what specific things they have achieved and what it is about those achievements that you admire so much.</p><p><br></p><p>4. How many people will be on Facebook in New York on a Friday afternoon? There are a raft of questions that are much more technical in nature and much more aligned to the role you are seeking. This question was aimed at a marketing executive, and was probing how well they understand the use of social media around the world.</p><p><br></p><p>5. Tell me a story. This is a firm favourite, and represents a golden opportunity for you to tell a work-related anecdote that is also relevant to the role in question and also illustrates how you see other people and the world around you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Preparation, preparation, preparation</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p> </p><p>This is the <a href="http://www.huxley.com/insights-news/news-features/top-5-bizarre-interview-questions-and-how-to-answer-them">key to a good interview</a>. However, these questions are not something that you can easily prepare for. If your job is a technical one, brush up on your technical knowledge. If it’s a creative role, keep a clear head and try to analyse how you would approach some of these types of questions. Above all, expect the unexpected!</p><br/><br/>soovitas: Monty KennarMonty Kennarhttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/62-monty-kennar/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-08-15:/communities/1/topics/102-metropolitan-wireless-international-mobile-solutions-in-modern-times/2016-08-15T07:52:13+00:002016-08-15T07:52:13+00:00Metropolitan Wireless International: Mobile Solutions in Modern Times [ideed] <p style="text-align: justify;">We currently live in a world where almost everyone else has their own smartphone, laptop or tablet. Communicating with the world has been made easier with those devices, and apparently, mobile solutions are one of the major catalysts of this great change in <a href="http://blogs.rediff.com/kaiarundale/2016/08/15/metropolitan-wireless-international-mobile-solutions-in-modern-times/">communication</a>.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">A recent study says that there are more searches now on mobile than on desktop, mainly because mobile solutions greatly benefit an individual or a business with its great accessibility. This also shows the massive importance of mobile solutions to the current generation.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">It is no surprise that lots of organizations around the world, along with <a href="https://issuu.com/murrinh0agland/docs/metropolitan_wireless_international_85c6cdd3cfbcd6">MWI Consultants</a>, are creating mobile solutions these days to fulfill the needs of the society. The rise of media companies applying mobile strategies is like lightning during the past years and keeps on increasing at a scorching pace today.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Modern businesses and organizations already profit from <a href="http://figment.com/groups/33851-MWI-Consulting/discussions/163084">mobile solutions</a>, while other companies expect to generate revenue within two years from their apps. Social media also has an enormous presence worldwide with its users ranging from millions to billions, and a lot of companies are taking advantage of this by promoting their products and services through such sites.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://clara6medina.kinja.com/mwi-influence-of-mobile-technology-in-transportation-m-1775019494">MWI consultants views applying mobile solutions</a> to your business as a smart choice. Consider putting your business online where your customers can purchase your products or services while they are using their mobile devices, then witness your business achieve an increase in sales after a certain period of time.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Mobile advertising sales can also multiply in the following years due to the trend in mobile solutions and because the mobile marketplace is progressively getting better over the years. <a href="http://mwi.com.sg/">Metropolitan Wireless International</a> recommends creating social media accounts for your business since it is crucial these days to have a better communication with your customers. Looking at how things are going today, mobile solutions are indeed important to any individuals and businesses.</p><br/><br/>soovitas: Eric V. HelfrichEric V. Helfrichhttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/61-eric-v-helfrich/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-08-15:/communities/1/topics/101-metropolitan-wireless-international-mobile-solutions-in-modern-times/2016-08-15T00:55:13+00:002016-08-15T00:55:13+00:00Metropolitan Wireless International: Mobile Solutions in Modern Times [ideed] <p style="text-align: justify;">We currently live in a world where almost everyone else has their own smartphone, laptop or tablet. Communicating with the world has been made easier with those devices, and apparently, mobile solutions are one of the major catalysts of this great change in <a href="https://waltermcclung.wordpress.com/2016/08/10/metropolitan-wireless-international-mobile-solutions-in-modern-times/">communication</a>.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">A recent study says that there are more searches now on mobile than on desktop, mainly because mobile solutions greatly benefit an individual or a business with its great accessibility. This also shows the massive importance of mobile solutions to the current generation.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">It is no surprise that lots of organizations around the world, along with <a href="https://issuu.com/murrinh0agland/docs/metropolitan_wireless_international_85c6cdd3cfbcd6">MWI Consultants</a>, are creating mobile solutions these days to fulfill the needs of the society. The rise of media companies applying mobile strategies is like lightning during the past years and keeps on increasing at a scorching pace today.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Modern businesses and organizations already profit from <a href="http://figment.com/groups/33851-MWI-Consulting/discussions/163084">mobile solutions</a>, while other companies expect to generate revenue within two years from their apps. Social media also has an enormous presence worldwide with its users ranging from millions to billions, and a lot of companies are taking advantage of this by promoting their products and services through such sites.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://clara6medina.kinja.com/mwi-influence-of-mobile-technology-in-transportation-m-1775019494">MWI consultants views applying mobile solutions</a> to your business as a smart choice. Consider putting your business online where your customers can purchase your products or services while they are using their mobile devices, then witness your business achieve an increase in sales after a certain period of time.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Mobile advertising sales can also multiply in the following years due to the trend in mobile solutions and because the mobile marketplace is progressively getting better over the years. <a href="http://mwi.com.sg/">Metropolitan Wireless International</a> recommends creating social media accounts for your business since it is crucial these days to have a better communication with your customers. Looking at how things are going today, mobile solutions are indeed important to any individuals and businesses.</p><br/><br/>soovitas: Margarita D. NolanMargarita D. Nolanhttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/60-margarita-d-nolan/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-08-11:/communities/1/topics/100-international-financial-corporation-securities-regulatory-commission-world-bank-group-on-changing/2016-08-11T05:19:23+00:002016-08-11T05:19:23+00:00International Financial Corporation Securities Regulatory Commission World Bank Group on Changing the Energy Landscape in Central America [ideed] <p>Central American residents pay nearly twice as much to keep their lights on as do their neighbors in South America. The high energy costs hurt the region’s businesses and its residents, hampering job creation and making it harder for people to improve their lives.</p> <p>Soaring electricity rates have long burdened Central America, as the region is highly dependent on imported fossil fuel and at the mercy of fluctuating oil prices. At the same time, rising demand is putting pressure on the region to expand its capacity to generate electricity. It is crucial that the region develop alternate power sources to lower costs, ease the reliance on fuel imports, and reduce carbon emissions.</p><p><br></p> <p>To tackle this challenge, <a href="https://wooday21.wordpress.com/2016/08/11/international-financial-corporation-securities-regulatory-commission-world-bank-group-on-changing-the-energy-landscape-in-central-america/">IFC</a> has supported private sector developers and financed a series of projects in the region—building on our decades of experience in supporting electricity generation, transmission, and distribution upgrades in developing countries.</p><p><br></p> <p>The latest one is AES Colón—Central America’s first integrated plant that generates power from liquefied natural gas. In July, we completed a $150 million financing package for the construction and operation of the 380-megawatt plant, which will help mitigate the risk of electricity shortages while introducing a clean, cost-effective, and reliable energy source</p><p><br></p> <p><strong>CUTTING CARBON EMISSIONS</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p> <p>Natural gas—a cheaper and cleaner alternative to fossil fuels—holds great potential as a source of energy in Central America. The region currently relies on heavy fuel oil and diesel for over 40 percent of its installed generation capacity.</p><p><br></p> <p>Over the past decade, Central America struggled to get natural gas projects off the ground. These plants demand large investment, and the energy markets in the region were not big enough to attract investors. As a whole, Central America has roughly the same capacity to generate electricity as Colombia, further south.</p><p><br></p> <p>IFC is helping to change that. Located on Panama’s Atlantic coast, AES Colón includes an onshore terminal where liquefied natural gas is regasified to feed the power plant. The facility is sponsored by AES Corporation and Panama-based Motta Group.</p><p><br></p> <p>By its third year of operation, AES Colón is expected to generate 2,100 gigawatt hours of power which would otherwise be produced using heavy fuel and diesel. This will represent a reduction of about 1 million tons of carbon dioxide emissions each year—the equivalent of taking more than 200,000 cars off the road. Once operational, the project is expected to reduce Panama’s carbon dioxide emissions by about 4 percent.</p><p><br></p> <p>In addition to reducing carbon emissions, natural gas complements renewable energy by ensuring a steady supply of clean power that is able to balance the inherent variability of wind and solar energy.</p><p><br></p> <p><strong>POWER FOR SUSTAINABLE GROWTH</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p> <p>Since 2010, IFC has supported the implementation of over 900 MW of new renewable energy capacity in Central America, including 215 MW of wind and 215 megawatt-peak of solar photovoltaic projects, helping offset a slowdown in the construction of hydropower projects in the region.</p><p><br></p> <p>In Panama, we have provided a $300 million financing package for the Penonome wind power plant, the largest wind farm in Central America. The project is expected to generate the equivalent to 5 percent of the country’s total energy demand. In Honduras, we have recently supported three of the first large-scale grid-connected solar projects in the country.</p><p><br></p> <p>In Costa Rica, the Reventazón 305-MW hydropower plant we are supporting will bring light to half a million homes. In recent years, we have also financed a 72-MW geothermal plant in Nicaragua and 123 MW of run-of-the-river hydroelectricity projects in Panama and Honduras—where little or no water storage is necessary.</p><p><br></p> <p>From Panama to Costa Rica through Nicaragua and on to Honduras, new renewable and clean-energy projects are helping transform Central America’s energy landscape and demonstrate that the region can develop the power infrastructure it needs to grow sustainably.</p><br/><br/>soovitas: Yair WoodYair Woodhttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/17-yair-wood/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-07-28:/communities/1/topics/99-pro-axia-consultants-business-consulting-group-japan-company-policy/2016-07-28T00:06:31+00:002016-07-28T00:06:31+00:00Pro Axia Consultants Business Consulting Group Japan Company Policy [ideed] <p style="text-align: justify;">We, customer satisfaction, a relationship of trust with our customers in the first we will offer the service. We aim to company forward to once again permanently development with customers. We will create a company with job satisfaction and cooperation among employees is each other.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong><br></strong></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>CEO message</strong></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><strong> </strong></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.coresystems-japan.com/concept.html">Core Systems Japan</a> received access to the Corporation home page, thank you very much.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">The aim of our opinion, the complexity of the ERP system that many of our customers have been with your <a href="https://trello.com/c/e4iwY0Xh/26-pro-axia-consultants-business-consulting-group-in-osaka-tokyo-nagoya-japan-global-operation-dmp">global standard</a>, to take advantage of the user-friendly and up-to-date of the application, there is to support the optimization of your business processes you. </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Operating and maintenance personnel, in-house ERP system, via the cloud, at anytime, from anywhere, you can access to meet the need. In addition to the complex business processes, 75,000 user customers from medium-sized with a lot of branches and subsidiaries to large enterprises have been available in all the world. Watakushi us of the product is that you use the customers of the business processes to simple, it is because it is possible to improve the efficiency. Going forward, we will do our all employees our best to be able to provide you as promised to the customer, or bring more value-added services. We would like to ask more of your understanding, for your support in the future.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Core Systems Japan Co., Ltd.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">President and CEO Yoshihiko Maeda</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Corporate history</strong></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong><br></strong></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><u>February 2013</u></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Company formation </p> (<a href="http://www.proaxia-consulting.co.jp/en/">Proaxia Consulting Group Ag, Inc.</a> and core systems ag company and exclusive distributor agreemen<br/><br/>soovitas: Joshuyo YamatoJoshuyo Yamatohttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/39-joshuyo-yamato/topics/tag:sublime.userecho.com,2016-07-26:/communities/1/topics/98-mwi-consultants-asbestos-sampling-and-abatement/2016-07-26T02:37:23+00:002016-07-26T02:37:23+00:00MWI Consultants Asbestos Sampling and Abatement [ideed] <p><em></em>Consultation to identify asbestos-containing materials and to determine remedial measures necessary to remove, minimize or control the hazards associated with asbestos.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://mwiconsultants.ca/index.php/service#asbestossampling5">Asbestos</a> is a naturally occurring silicate mineral with long, thin fibrous crystals. The mineral was widely used in a large number of applications, particularly as a flame retardant or insulating material. Asbestos has also been found in many products around the home or office, including clapboard, roofing shingles, attic insulation (vermiculite), exterior siding, pipe and boiler covering, cement, caulking, roof patching material, furnace cement, driveway coatings, wallboard, textured and latex paints, acoustical ceiling tiles, wall plaster, vinyl floor tiles, appliance wiring, hair dryers, irons and ironing board pads.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><strong><a href="http://mwiconsultants.ca/">MWI Consultants</a></strong></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">In general, the use of asbestos has been discontinued due to the adverse health effects from inhalation of asbestos fibers. Asbestos is considered a designated material under the Controlled Products Regulations and is a known carcinogen. Chronic exposure to asbestos can lead to asbestosis and mesothelioma (a type of lung cancer), amongst others.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">According to Part 36, section 36.5(1) (b) of the Manitoba Workplace Safety and Health Regulation 217/2006, the occupational exposure limit of a designated material must be as close to zero as is reasonably practicable, but shall not exceed the Threshold Limit Value (TLV) established by the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH). The Manitoba Workplace Safety and Health Division recognizes the level as close to zero as is reasonably practicable for all forms of asbestos as 0.1 fibres per cubic centimeter of air (f/cc or f/cm3), which matches the TLV established by ACGIH.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Creation of an inventory of asbestos-containing materials</strong></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><strong> </strong></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">If you are unsure which materials in a property contain asbestos, then one of the first tasks would be to prepare an asbestos inventory. According to law, employers are responsible for ensuring that asbestos-containing materials (ACM) are identified. Part 37.1 of the Workplace Safety and Health Regulation states that any material suspected of containing asbestos is considered to contain asbestos until it is proven to be asbestos-free. This involves a thorough inspection of the entire building (commercial/industrial) for any items which could potentially contain asbestos. Bulk samples of suspected materials are taken and analyzed for asbestos type and content. </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Asbestos-Containing Materials are identified and their current condition is evaluated. If the materials are in good condition, a control program can be implemented. If materials are heavily damaged or in poor condition, or if asbestos fibers are detected in the air, then an abatement project may be necessary.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Bulk samples to identify asbestos-containing materials</strong></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong><br></strong></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Workplaces are required to know all asbestos-containing materials in the workplace. If it is suspected that asbestos-containing materials (ACM) may be present, then bulk sampling to determine asbestos content would be warranted, especially prior to any type of significant construction work or renovations that may disturb the material.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Asbestos Abatement Projects</strong></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong><br></strong></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">The specific approach will vary with each project, and our services are always tailored to suit your specific needs, however where removal of asbestos-containing materials is necessary, our services can include any or all of the following:</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Determination of the scope of work, including the appropriate requirements outlined by regulations.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Selecting contractors for the abatement. Removal of asbestos should only be done by trained professionals. Depending on the level of contamination, the amount of asbestos-containing material, the location, and the type of material, special precautions need to be taken.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Set-up and consultation for the project.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Oversight, inspections and monitoring based on Manitoba Department of Labour guidelines.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Set-up of a negative pressure enclosure monitor/logger (OmniGuard IV) to continuously monitor the negative pressure differential and to log alarm conditions, based on requirements in Workplace Safety and Health Guidelines for working with asbestos.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Perimeter monitoring and inspections to ensure the integrity of the enclosure has not been compromised and to ensure asbestos fibres are contained within the abatement enclosure and that background levels of asbestos are not affected.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Post-Abatement clearance sampling within the enclosure according to requirements in Manitoba Workplace Safety and Health guidelines. Analysis is performed using phase-contrast microscopy following NIOSH 7400 (A Rules) methodologies. All laboratory analyses are performed by accredited laboratories.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br></p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Full, comprehensive report providing interpretation of laboratory results and project overview</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">If you require an abatement to remove hazards associated with asbestos-containing materials, or are unsure whether or not materials contain asbestos, please fill out the "request a quote" form and we will contact you to determine an appropriate course of action or call 1 (204) 981-7690 to discuss your requirements.</p><br/><br/>soovitas: Oishi YuriOishi Yurihttp://sublime.userecho.com/users/57-oishi-yuri/topics/